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# he'll jump on you caroline

What unspeakable horrors has this cat seen?

You don’t know man, you weren’t there.

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Jan 14th 2014, 12:32 PM

# gas scam

Gas meter scam could lead to explosions and a ‘potential catastrophe’

The tampering of gas meters is a significant safety risk as it can cause gas to leak.

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Jul 5th 2013, 8:36 PM

# satellites

Eyes in sky help when catastrophe strikes

International agreement allows satellites to be pulled out of their orbit to monitor natural or manmade disasters.

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Apr 7th 2013, 5:00 PM

# Risky

13 major global risks that used to be the stuff of science fiction

Orbital debris, persistent extreme weather, digital meltdown, geomagnetic storms… the World Economic Forum considers some risky business.

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Jan 13th 2013, 6:00 PM

# Explainer

Explainer: What is reinsurance, and how does it help cover natural disasters?

With the costs of Hurricane Sandy expected to be at least €20 billion, insurers will be looking to reinsurance companies to cover most of the bill. But what are they?

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Nov 4th 2012, 8:30 AM

# Animal Cruelty

Woman who killed cat in microwave jailed for 168 days

Gina Robins, a 31-year-old English woman, showed little remorse over the incident.

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Dec 14th 2011, 7:24 PM