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Massive New Hole in Ozone Layer in Northern Hemisphere Over Norway, Greenland and Parts of Russia

Submitted by News Desk 2 on Mon, 10/03/2011 - 11:39

Researchers have discovered a massive hole in the ozone layer in the northern hemisphere nearly as large as the one over the Antarctic.

The hole opened up over northern Russia, parts of Greenland and Norway, and is allowing more extremely harmful UV rays known to cause skin cancer and cataracts to penetrate the atmosphere.

Researchers concluded that hole is not man-made from environmental pollution, but rather naturally occurring as a result of strong wind patterns at high altitudes and intense cold.

Gulf Air flight GF270 Slides Off Runway in Kochi India with 143 On Board

Submitted by News Desk 2 on Mon, 08/29/2011 - 01:45

Gulf Air flight 270 has slid off the runway while landing at Kochi airport in India on Monday morning local time in windy and heavy rains.

The flight originated in Bahrain and was carrying 137 passengers and six crew members. One passenger was admitted to a local hospital while others were released after being given first aid at the scene.

Kochi is located at the very southernmost portion of India along the western coast.