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Earth's Moving Surface Plays Bigger Role In Climate Change Than We Knew
Our planet has experienced dramatic climate shifts throughout its history, oscillating between freezing "icehouse" periods and warm "greenhouse" states.
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First Medical Evacuation From ISS: SpaceX Crew-11 Returns Early To Earth
The SpaceX Crew-11 mission ended early on January 15, 2026, marking the first time in history that an International Space Station crew was evacuated for medical reasons.
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NASA Confirms First Medical Evacuation in ISS’s 25-Year History
NASA has announced the first medical evacuation in the International Space Station’s 25-year history. SpaceX’s Crew-11 mission will undock early on January 14, returning four astronauts to Earth after one crew member reported a medical issue. Officials stress the astronaut is stable and receiving continuous care. The precautionary return will l...
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Astronomers Measure Mass and Distance of a Rogue Planet for the First Time in History
Astronomers have measured the mass and distance of a rogue planet for the first time. Using observations from Earth and the Gaia space telescope, the planet was found to be just under Saturn’s mass and about 10,000 light-years away. The study highlights how free-floating planets are ejected from star systems and improves understanding of planetar...
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Discovery Of Giant Structure Deep Beneath Bermuda Triangle Baffles Scientists
The researchers plan to investigate similar structures beneath other islands, potentially rewriting Earth's geological history.
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Study Reveals Hidden Deep-Earth Structures That Can Rewrite Planet's History
Researchers say each new discovery brings them closer to piecing together Earth's early history.
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China and NASA Coordinate to Avoid Satellite Collision for the First Time
China’s CNSA made history by alerting NASA to a possible satellite collision—marking the first instance of Beijing warning Washington in orbit. With Earth’s orbits growing crowded from megaconstellations like Starlink and Guowang, the event signals a new phase of cooperation in global space traffic control and shared responsibility for orbita...
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Indian-Origin Historian Sunil Amrith Wins British Academy Book Prize
'The Burning Earth: An Environmental History of the Last 500 Years' by Indian-origin historian Sunil Amrith has been named the winner of this year's British Academy Book Prize, a prestigious 25,000-pound award that celebrates the world's best works o
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Indian Startup GalaxEye Announces Mission Drishti, to Deliver Real-Time Earth Imaging From 2026
Mission Drishti is set to take off in the first quarter of 2026, which will explore Earth in a manner that has never been done before. It weighs 160 kg and is the highest-resolution satellite ever made in the history of the country.
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"Empire Of Spirit": William Dalrymple On How Ancient India Influenced World
Innovations such as chess, the concept of zero, and the idea that the Earth moved around the Sun all came from India, not Greece or Egypt, author William Dalrymple has written in his new book.
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Deep-Sea Beryllium-10 Hints at Supernova Debris Reaching Earth 10 Million Years Ago
A new study has uncovered deep-sea evidence suggesting Earth may have been struck by debris from a nearby exploding star 10 million years ago. Scientists found unusually high levels of Beryllium-10 in Pacific crusts, consistent with a supernova origin. The findings could transform understanding of cosmic influences on Earth’s history, though terr...
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Satellite Observations Record Arctic Sea Ice at Lowest Level of the Year
NASA satellites recorded Arctic sea ice at 1.78 million sq miles on Sept. 10, 2025—its tenth-lowest extent. Antarctic ice also stayed below seasonal averages. Scientists stress these lows reflect long-term climate-driven changes reshaping Earth’s polar regions.
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Scientists Reveal A Surprising Mathematical Pattern Hidden In Earth's History
These insights have important implications for understanding Earth's geological past and improving predictions of future planetary changes.
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Cosmic Visitor: 4.56-Billion-Year-Old Meteorite Strikes into Georgia Home
On June 26, 2025, a dazzling daytime fireball streaked over Georgia, captured by satellites and witnessed across multiple states. A surviving fragment smashed through the roof of a McDonough home, denting the wooden floor 14 feet below. Scientists at the University of Georgia analyzed about 23 grams of this ancient rock, determining it to be a 4.56...
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Earth to Spin Faster on July 22 to Make It One of the Shortest Days in Recorded History
On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Earth will complete its rotation 1.34 milliseconds faster than the usual 24 hours, scientists say. That will make it the second-shortest day ever recorded, just behind July 10, 2025. The trend of shorter days has accelerated since 2020, attributed to factors like the Moon’s position, mass shifts from melting ice, and at...
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Earth's Moving Surface Plays Bigger Role In Climate Change Than We Knew
Our planet has experienced dramatic climate shifts throughout its history, oscillating between freezing "icehouse" periods and warm "greenhouse" states.
-
First Medical Evacuation From ISS: SpaceX Crew-11 Returns Early To Earth
The SpaceX Crew-11 mission ended early on January 15, 2026, marking the first time in history that an International Space Station crew was evacuated for medical reasons.
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NASA Confirms First Medical Evacuation in ISS’s 25-Year History
NASA has announced the first medical evacuation in the International Space Station’s 25-year history. SpaceX’s Crew-11 mission will undock early on January 14, returning four astronauts to Earth after one crew member reported a medical issue. Officials stress the astronaut is stable and receiving continuous care. The precautionary return will l...
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Astronomers Measure Mass and Distance of a Rogue Planet for the First Time in History
Astronomers have measured the mass and distance of a rogue planet for the first time. Using observations from Earth and the Gaia space telescope, the planet was found to be just under Saturn’s mass and about 10,000 light-years away. The study highlights how free-floating planets are ejected from star systems and improves understanding of planetar...
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Discovery Of Giant Structure Deep Beneath Bermuda Triangle Baffles Scientists
The researchers plan to investigate similar structures beneath other islands, potentially rewriting Earth's geological history.
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Study Reveals Hidden Deep-Earth Structures That Can Rewrite Planet's History
Researchers say each new discovery brings them closer to piecing together Earth's early history.
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China and NASA Coordinate to Avoid Satellite Collision for the First Time
China’s CNSA made history by alerting NASA to a possible satellite collision—marking the first instance of Beijing warning Washington in orbit. With Earth’s orbits growing crowded from megaconstellations like Starlink and Guowang, the event signals a new phase of cooperation in global space traffic control and shared responsibility for orbita...
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Indian-Origin Historian Sunil Amrith Wins British Academy Book Prize
'The Burning Earth: An Environmental History of the Last 500 Years' by Indian-origin historian Sunil Amrith has been named the winner of this year's British Academy Book Prize, a prestigious 25,000-pound award that celebrates the world's best works o
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Indian Startup GalaxEye Announces Mission Drishti, to Deliver Real-Time Earth Imaging From 2026
Mission Drishti is set to take off in the first quarter of 2026, which will explore Earth in a manner that has never been done before. It weighs 160 kg and is the highest-resolution satellite ever made in the history of the country.
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"Empire Of Spirit": William Dalrymple On How Ancient India Influenced World
Innovations such as chess, the concept of zero, and the idea that the Earth moved around the Sun all came from India, not Greece or Egypt, author William Dalrymple has written in his new book.
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Deep-Sea Beryllium-10 Hints at Supernova Debris Reaching Earth 10 Million Years Ago
A new study has uncovered deep-sea evidence suggesting Earth may have been struck by debris from a nearby exploding star 10 million years ago. Scientists found unusually high levels of Beryllium-10 in Pacific crusts, consistent with a supernova origin. The findings could transform understanding of cosmic influences on Earth’s history, though terr...
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Satellite Observations Record Arctic Sea Ice at Lowest Level of the Year
NASA satellites recorded Arctic sea ice at 1.78 million sq miles on Sept. 10, 2025—its tenth-lowest extent. Antarctic ice also stayed below seasonal averages. Scientists stress these lows reflect long-term climate-driven changes reshaping Earth’s polar regions.
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Scientists Reveal A Surprising Mathematical Pattern Hidden In Earth's History
These insights have important implications for understanding Earth's geological past and improving predictions of future planetary changes.
-
Cosmic Visitor: 4.56-Billion-Year-Old Meteorite Strikes into Georgia Home
On June 26, 2025, a dazzling daytime fireball streaked over Georgia, captured by satellites and witnessed across multiple states. A surviving fragment smashed through the roof of a McDonough home, denting the wooden floor 14 feet below. Scientists at the University of Georgia analyzed about 23 grams of this ancient rock, determining it to be a 4.56...
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Earth to Spin Faster on July 22 to Make It One of the Shortest Days in Recorded History
On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Earth will complete its rotation 1.34 milliseconds faster than the usual 24 hours, scientists say. That will make it the second-shortest day ever recorded, just behind July 10, 2025. The trend of shorter days has accelerated since 2020, attributed to factors like the Moon’s position, mass shifts from melting ice, and at...
