The volcano responsible for the loudest sound in recorded history is active again. ASX Research examines Anak Krakatau’s 2026 eruptions, aviation disruptions, the deadly lessons of its 2018 tsunami, and why a future flank collapse may pose a greater danger than another massive explosion.
Month: September 2026
Twenty Points from Dead: How Texas Stunned No. 1 Ohio State
Trailing No. 1 Ohio State 23–3 entering the fourth quarter, Texas staged a historic 24–23 comeback behind Arch Manning and Hollywood Smothers. ASX Research examines the strategy, psychology, leadership, and home-field energy behind one of college football’s most extraordinary reversals.
The Planet We Have Never Seen: What Really Lies Beneath Earth’s Surface?
Humanity has drilled less than 0.2 percent of the distance to Earth’s center, yet scientists have uncovered evidence of a liquid metallic core, enormous hidden mantle structures, and an inner core that may actually change shape. A 17-page ASX Research study examines how we know what lies beneath our feet—and what remains undiscovered.
The Ring of Fire: A Planet in Motion – Is the Pacific Waking Up?
Is the Pacific Ring of Fire becoming more active, or are we witnessing geological forces that never stopped moving? An 18-page ASX Research study investigates powerful earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, the Philippines’ complex tectonic hazards, and the technologies transforming disaster monitoring.
Togo: The Small African Nation Becoming a Major Regional Gateway
A single visitor from Togo inspired an 18-page ASX Research investigation into one of West Africa’s strategically positioned small nations. From the Port of Lomé and ASKY Airlines to political continuity, economic development, and growing security threats, the study explores how Togo is becoming a regional gateway—and the challenges that could shape its future.
Philippine Aviation at a Crossroads: New Airports, Political Power, and the Future of Flight
The Philippines is investing in new airports, private concessions, and international aviation partnerships. But a 19-page ASX Research investigation finds that the industry’s future depends on more than construction: independent safety oversight, CAAP reform, political continuity, and the technical workforce needed to keep the country’s aviation system operating safely.
Building the Philippine Sky: The Airports and Technology Reshaping a Nation
The Philippines is preparing for a major aviation transformation, from new airports at Bulacan and Bacong to expanded roles for Clark, Sangley, and Subic. A 15-page ASX Research investigation examines the technology, air traffic management, general aviation opportunities, and strategic challenges involved in building a safer, more connected national airspace system.
Guardians of the Archipelago: The Philippine Air Force Prepares for a New Era
The Philippine Air Force is transforming from a force focused largely on internal security into one preparing for territorial defense, maritime surveillance, and regional crises. A 17-page ASX Research investigation examines the FA-50, the potential KF-21 Boramae acquisition, Chinese activity in the West Philippine Sea, Taiwan contingency risks, and the technology required to defend an archipelago.
The Intelligent Airport: How AI Could Predict Aviation Disasters Before They Happen
Airports already collect enormous amounts of safety data, but much of it remains trapped in separate systems. New ASX Research examines how artificial intelligence could connect runway surveillance, weather, infrastructure, personnel, and emergency operations to recognize dangerous conditions before they become aviation accidents.
When the Safety System Begins to Fail: The Hidden Breakdown Behind Aviation Accidents
Aviation disasters do not always begin with pilot error or mechanical failure. A 14-page ASX Research investigation reveals how ignored warnings, weakened oversight, staffing pressures, and organizational complacency can quietly dismantle aviation’s safety defenses—even while every inspection, training program, and safety management system appears to be functioning.