Risk Science: What You Need to Read Today
Simulating Submarine Landslides
The Landslide Blog
Submarine landslides are deeply interesting – these are largest slides on earth in terms of both runout and volume.
Scientists Warn of Potential for ‘Large Earthquake’ as Injection Well Discussion Continues
Tulsa World
Oklahoma had more earthquakes of 3.0-magnitude and higher in 2014 than all earthquakes of that size since 1978 combined.
Global Warming May Spawn More Southeast US Tornadoes
Live Science
The same loopy weather patterns directing California’s ongoing drought and last year’s deep freeze across the East Coast may also change how often tornadoes strike the southeastern United States.
Post-Sandy NYC Subway Brims with Unknown Microbes
Scientific American
The South Ferry station at the tip of Manhattan still resembles an aquatic environment after it flooded during the 2012 storm.
Risk Business: What You Need to Read Today
Warren Buffett Faces Pressure for More Disclosure
FT (sub may be required)
Analysts are asking Buffett to consider expanding disclosures, particularly about Berkshire’s large insurance businesses.
Bigger Container Ships Pose Bigger Risks
WSJ (sub may be required)
Insurers, others worry about the potential for catastrophic accidents.
Absolute Hedge UCITS Strategy Review for 2014 – Winners & Losers
Hedge Fund Insight
Two cat bond funds among the top performing credit funds last year.
Bermuda Responds to Ed Miliband Plan on Tax Avoidance
BBC
Bermuda has said it is “surprised and disappointed” to be included on a list of places Ed Miliband says Labour would target in a tax avoidance clampdown.
