The US Military invests billions of dollars in technology. But to keep the Strait of Hormuzopen, it’s using an unusual but innovative technique: mine-detecting dolphins. More »
With the recent rescue of the 33 Chilean miners, we’ve got mining on the brain. How do they create those crazy tunnels deep in the earth? With these spinning, churning, crushing machines of mayhem and destruction, that’s how. More »
You’re looking at the happy face of Luis Urzua, the last of the 33 Chilean miners to be rescued. As he stepped out of the rescue capsule he was greeted with a sign proclaiming “Mission Accomplished Chile” and applause. [CNN]
The final preparations are underway to rescue the Chilean miners trapped 700m underground. Thanks to CBS News and Ustream, we can watch the hopefully smooth and trouble-free rescue operation live. More »
There are 33 miners stuck 700m underground. It could be Christmas before the escape shaft is finished. How to pass the time? PlayStation Portables. More »
The trapped Chilean miners may face their most severe psychological challenges in a couple of months’ time, if experience from space missions is anything to go by. More »
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The 33 Chilean miners trapped nearly a kilometre underground have made a video of themselves and the place they may be staying for months using a camera handed down to them through a bore hole. They even sing a little bit! More »
