Lasers could protect helicopters from harm

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 3 (UPI) -- A new laser technology could protect helicopters in combat from heat-seeking missiles, University of Michigan researchers say. University of Michigan - Laser - Infrared homing - Education - United States

New Zealand quake: 'Absolutely terrifying'

An overnight curfew has been imposed in Christchurch, New Zealand, following a powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake. Police said the curfew was intended to protect people from falling debris, as the quake caused significant damage.

Kids are their own best defense

Study shows capable children can foil would-be abductors, who most often target girls ages 10-14. Child - Recreation - Camps - United States - Shopping

Funding for village sea defences in Dymchurch

A village in Kent has been given funding from the Environment Agency to improve flood defences.

Boxing program takes a jab at keeping Washington area youths out of trouble

The two pint-size boxers sprang from their corners, their satin shorts seeming to swallow them and their leather gloves nearly as big as their heads. Boxing - Sports - Fan Pages - Washington - United States