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Geologists spot a strange signal deep inside Earth and uncover a magnetic ‘tug-of-war’ between Siberia and Canada that may reshape animal behavior
4+ hour, 25+ min ago (621+ words) Credits: Internal edition using ESA's data Geologists around the world may be in for a shock. As our technological prowess improves with every passing year, new findings both in space and down here on our home have been made. Science…...
Scientists discovered under kilometers of Antarctica’s ice a hidden world with rivers that flow “uphill,” ancient lakes, and vast landscapes
1+ week, 2+ day ago (629+ words) Today, scientists are slowly uncovering what lies below that frozen cover. And the deeper they look, the more surprising the story becomes. Antarctica is unlike any other continent. Nearly 90 percent of its surface is covered by ice, and on average…...
The unknown effect of earthquakes — Experts point to a "totally new" source of unlimited energy
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (656+ words) You've been told the clean energy race is about wind, solar, and batteries. But what if the real breakthrough has been hiding in something far more violent? Deep beneath the United States, the same forces that trigger destructive earthquakes may…...
Just seen once in 50 years — NASA studies enigmatic Earth's "invisible crown"
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (707+ words) Credits: The Pulse Internal edition You've probably stared into the night sky and felt like we've almost figured it all out. But right now, something unexpected is coming out of NASA's space telescopes that suggests the universe is far stranger…...
Scientists detect a slow “heartbeat” in Earth’s magnetic field — and it wasn’t expected
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (511+ words) Earth's magnetic field is easy to forget. It doesn't make noise, it doesn't flash, and it doesn't ask for attention. Yet it quietly surrounds the planet, guiding compasses, protecting satellites, and helping shield life from charged particles in space. Most…...
50 billion tons hidden in the Sahara — This black spot could power Earth for 50 years
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (411+ words) Nations worldwide are racing to meet the deadline of achieving zero carbon emissions by 2050. The overall goal is noble, as this race forms part of a greater mission to mitigate the effects of climate change. According to the United Nations,…...
“There could be billions” — Grand Canyon goes under the spotlight after this stunning find and a new debate begins
2+ mon, 8+ hour ago (468+ words) Credits: ISS Crew Earth Observations Facility and the Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit, Johnson Space Center The natural beauty of the Grand Canyon has been admired for decades. Its geological history marveled at. The Grand Canyon has also been…...
Historic mountain under the global spotlight — 14,000,000 tonnes found inside a hard-rock treasure
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (260+ words) Whilst all mining operations came to a standstill in 1990, Albermarle, the global leader in lithium and core minerals, has decided to resume all operations at this mountain. Underground mining efforts will result in the extraction of lithium from the ore....
“It won’t sit still” — Non-Yellowstone supervolcano lights up and rattles America
5+ mon, 3+ day ago (579+ words) Yellowstone is moving, but there's another supervolcano that is also showing signs that it's active in the U.S. It's cooling down, but this can change any time. "It won't sit still" " Non-Yellowstone supervolcano lights up and rattles America Yellowstone is one…...
47,000 years later proved — Meteor shock may have reshaped Grand Canyon long after impact
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (278+ words) Credits: Murray Foubister, Wikimedia Commons 2.0, no changes made That is one of the reasons why whale skeletons and other marine fossils often turn up far from today's oceans. Just like the Sahara desert, it was once underwater, and now holds…...