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Study Suggests Planet Earth Might Have Reached Its Limit
The study's findings emphasise the urgent need for sustainable practices and global cooperation to mitigate the ecological crisis.
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Lunar Eclipse September 2025: Know Who Will Get to See the Blood Moon on September 7
On September 7–8, 2025, a total lunar eclipse will turn the Moon deep red for 82 minutes. Visible to 70–85% of Earth’s population, it will be the longest such event since 2022. Skywatchers in Asia, Africa, Australia, and parts of Europe will enjoy the full celestial show.
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The Science Of The 'Blood Moon': Why It Will Turn Red In September
The Blood Moon occurs when Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon, with the red colour caused by light bending through Earth's atmosphere.
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NASA Satellite Shows World's Largest Iceberg Breaking Into Thousands Of Pieces. What Happens Next
The A23a iceberg, deemed the largest in the world since 2023, was seen losing large chunks of ice after drifting toward the island of South Georgia.
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'Minimoons': Rocks Circling Near Earth Could Be A Chunk Of The Moon
A whole population of 'minimoons' - tiny natural satellites - may be quietly circling near Earth, scientists now believe, after discovering a second Moon-origin rock drifting close to our planet.
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India From Space: NASA Shares Stunning Night-Time Photos
The image of India stands out for the display of city lights, showing the densely populated parts of the country.
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Asteroid 2024 YR4 Poses 1-in-43 Chance of Earth Impact in 2032
Asteroid 2024 YR4, identified by NASA, has a 1-in-43 chance of colliding with Earth on December 22, 2032. Measuring approximately 55 metres in diameter, it is not large enough to cause a global catastrophe but could result in significant destruction if it impacts a densely populated area. Scientists estimate the impact could release 8 megatons of e...
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"Wiped Off The Face Of The Earth": How Russia Erased A Ukrainian City
Vovchansk had a population of about 20,000 before the war. It now lives only in the memories of the survivors who managed to flee.
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Study Shows Over Half Of Earth's Vital Signs At Record Extremes: "Future Of Humanity..."
A 2023 report assessed 35 key indicators, with 25 showing worsening trends, including carbon dioxide levels and population growth.
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Why Days Get Longer In Summer And Shorter In Winter
The days are getting longer and in Australia, the switch to daylight saving time is almost upon us (for about 70% of the population, anyway).
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Bumble Bees Suffering From Loss of Smell After Heat Waves Struck the Planet Last Year, Finds Study
Extreme heat waves are not only a growing threat to humans but also to vital pollinators like bumble bees. A recent study published in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B reveals that heat waves can significantly impair bumble bees' ability to detect the scents of flowers they depend on for food. This discovery raises concerns about the potentia...
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World Population To Peak At 10.3 Billion In 2080s: UN Report
Earth's population will peak in the mid-2080s at around 10.3 billion people, then drop slightly to a level much lower than anticipated a decade ago, the United Nations said.
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Explainer: Gaza - One Of The Most Densely Populated Places On Earth Scarred By War
The Gaza strip, an impoverished Palestinian enclave, is bordered by Israel in the east and north, Egypt in the south, with the Mediterranean Sea to the west.
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Earth's Population May Soon Begin Declining: Study
According to a recent research, the world's population could reach 8.5 billion by 2050 before declining to 7 billion by 2100.
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Rare Green Comet Will Be Closest To Earth Tonight, First Time In 50,000 Years
Finding a remote location to avoid light pollution in populated areas is key to catching a nice view of the comet.
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Study Suggests Planet Earth Might Have Reached Its Limit
The study's findings emphasise the urgent need for sustainable practices and global cooperation to mitigate the ecological crisis.
-
Lunar Eclipse September 2025: Know Who Will Get to See the Blood Moon on September 7
On September 7–8, 2025, a total lunar eclipse will turn the Moon deep red for 82 minutes. Visible to 70–85% of Earth’s population, it will be the longest such event since 2022. Skywatchers in Asia, Africa, Australia, and parts of Europe will enjoy the full celestial show.
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The Science Of The 'Blood Moon': Why It Will Turn Red In September
The Blood Moon occurs when Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon, with the red colour caused by light bending through Earth's atmosphere.
-
NASA Satellite Shows World's Largest Iceberg Breaking Into Thousands Of Pieces. What Happens Next
The A23a iceberg, deemed the largest in the world since 2023, was seen losing large chunks of ice after drifting toward the island of South Georgia.
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'Minimoons': Rocks Circling Near Earth Could Be A Chunk Of The Moon
A whole population of 'minimoons' - tiny natural satellites - may be quietly circling near Earth, scientists now believe, after discovering a second Moon-origin rock drifting close to our planet.
-
India From Space: NASA Shares Stunning Night-Time Photos
The image of India stands out for the display of city lights, showing the densely populated parts of the country.
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Asteroid 2024 YR4 Poses 1-in-43 Chance of Earth Impact in 2032
Asteroid 2024 YR4, identified by NASA, has a 1-in-43 chance of colliding with Earth on December 22, 2032. Measuring approximately 55 metres in diameter, it is not large enough to cause a global catastrophe but could result in significant destruction if it impacts a densely populated area. Scientists estimate the impact could release 8 megatons of e...
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"Wiped Off The Face Of The Earth": How Russia Erased A Ukrainian City
Vovchansk had a population of about 20,000 before the war. It now lives only in the memories of the survivors who managed to flee.
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Study Shows Over Half Of Earth's Vital Signs At Record Extremes: "Future Of Humanity..."
A 2023 report assessed 35 key indicators, with 25 showing worsening trends, including carbon dioxide levels and population growth.
-
Why Days Get Longer In Summer And Shorter In Winter
The days are getting longer and in Australia, the switch to daylight saving time is almost upon us (for about 70% of the population, anyway).
-
Bumble Bees Suffering From Loss of Smell After Heat Waves Struck the Planet Last Year, Finds Study
Extreme heat waves are not only a growing threat to humans but also to vital pollinators like bumble bees. A recent study published in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B reveals that heat waves can significantly impair bumble bees' ability to detect the scents of flowers they depend on for food. This discovery raises concerns about the potentia...
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World Population To Peak At 10.3 Billion In 2080s: UN Report
Earth's population will peak in the mid-2080s at around 10.3 billion people, then drop slightly to a level much lower than anticipated a decade ago, the United Nations said.
-
Explainer: Gaza - One Of The Most Densely Populated Places On Earth Scarred By War
The Gaza strip, an impoverished Palestinian enclave, is bordered by Israel in the east and north, Egypt in the south, with the Mediterranean Sea to the west.
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Earth's Population May Soon Begin Declining: Study
According to a recent research, the world's population could reach 8.5 billion by 2050 before declining to 7 billion by 2100.
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Rare Green Comet Will Be Closest To Earth Tonight, First Time In 50,000 Years
Finding a remote location to avoid light pollution in populated areas is key to catching a nice view of the comet.
