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Fracking controversy
Environmental repercussions dismissed in chase for bonanza
The search for energy sources is inherent in global economy. And every country is looking for greater energy independence and fracking has become proverbial salvation.
21 March, 11:01
Bans on fracking introduced for fear of negative consequences
The rapid development of unconventional sources of oil and natural gas using fracking has generated a great deal of controversy. On one hand the technology of hydraulic fracturing allows greater energy self-sufficiency, creates jobs and spurs economic growth. On the other – fracking has potentially disastrous impacts on public health and the environment that range from earthquakes and water contamination to birth defects.
20 March, 15:38
Fracking increases health risks
Widely introduced two decades ago, hydraulic fracturing is believed to propel many countries to energy self-sufficiency. Yet some controversial issues overshadow possible virtues of fracking.
19 March, 09:05
The boom in fracking is parallel to an uptick in seismicity
In the US, where fracking is turning into a new national idea, earthquakes have become much more frequent over the past years.
17 March, 17:41
Fracking: shale bonanza or genie let out of the bottle?
How far will humanity go in its rush for new sources of energy? Fracking or hydraulic fracturing has become the great hope for the future. Resources trapped inside the earth CAN be extracted. But what would be the cost of using this method? Global shale revolution is unfolding, while more doubts arise as advantages are weighed against disadvantages.
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Letters to the editor
May 16-17: Memory of sacrifices in WWII cherished, problem of multiculturalism, and more
May 15-16: Ukrainian divorce, GMO to be outlawed in Russia, Crimea cut off Ukraine's water supply
Ukraine on edge of economic collapse
Reforms are a major priority for Ukraine’s government
IMF financing entails harsh austerity measures
Rouble’s value
Weaker rouble could entice more companies to set up shop in Russia
Weakening rouble viewed as prudent decision
Weak rouble to trigger growth of local industries
Russia and World: the deal-making
2014 promises renewal of a number of Russia-India contracts
Trade turnover between Russia and Azerbaijan on the rise
Afghanistan at crossroads
Rebuilding economy to become most urgent issue for new Afghan leadership
Does Afghanistan need to preserve good relations with the US?
Ghost plane
MH370 "black boxes" the only way to solve the mystery
Flight 370 mystery: satellites omnipotence questioned
Bitcoin Craze
Bitcoin - a blessing or a curse?
Bitcoin viewed as most dangerous project on Internet
Sanctions: double-edged business sword
Car business has much to lose should Russia get hit with economic sanctions
Sanctions - boomerang effect of the “punishment”
Fracking controversy
Environmental repercussions dismissed in chase for bonanza
Top news
Compromise possible on European missile shield - Russian Defense Ministry
20:25
Russian rescuers evacuate 3,000 people in flood-hit Serbia
20:17
Chloroform found in Odessa House of Unions - Ukrainian Interior Ministry
20:10
Russia proposes turning Middle East into WMD-free zone - deputy defense minister
19:34
Russia in talks to create naval support bases in Middle East
19:21
Floods affect over 1 million in Balkans, destruction 'horrifying'
19:17
Rasmussen proposes Russia-NATO Council meeting after Ukrainian May elections
19:13
Putin, Merkel hope dialogue between Kiev, regions will continue - Kremlin
19:11
Gulf countries to eye Kremlin as security partners - analysts
18:54
Russia defeated Germany 3:0 at the World Hockey Championship in Minsk
18:48
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International Museum Day celebrated on May 18 across the world
Russia's hockey team board tanks
Putin honors Sochi Tall Ships Regatta winners
Serbia flooding: 6,100 evacuated, 100,000 homes reported without power
'I want my child to live in an honest country' - Natalia Poklonskaya
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