The fort's main access to the rest of the world is by boats — which then have to be lifted up onto the top platform. There's also a helicopter platform. Despite the harsh exterior, the inside is ...

Welcome to the far-out world of micronations, mini-states that range from a personal hobby to a geographic stake in a political stance. This unusual designation has sprung up over the decades as a ...

A strong 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck off New Zealand's South Island on Tuesday, authorities said, as the country's disaster agency assessed if there were any tsunami threats.