TRENDS & INNOVATIONS.(TO THE POINT)

Web-only bank traffic off 8% in year

A Jupiter Media Metrix study showed people prefer banks with branches and nearby automated teller machines to those that operate only online. Web traffic to brick-and-mortar banks that offer online service soared 110.5%. "Online banking has moved from being a competitive edge to a commodity," Jupiter said.

Scientists warn of "mega-tsunami'

The eruption of a volcano in the Canary Islands could trigger a huge wave that would devastate Atlantic coastlines, the University College of London said. An eruption of the Cumbre Vieja volcano would likely cause a chunk of rock to break off into the sea and kick up 330-foot …