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Enormous Pair of Deep-Earth Hot ‘Blobs’ Shape Earth’s Magnetic Field, Scientists Say
Without the blobs, Earth would be “magnetically dead,” the researchers said.
This Ancient River Seemed to Flow Uphill. Now We Know Why
The Green River may have had some help from a dripping crust.
In a Sea of Melting Ice, These Polar Bears Are Doing Something Unexpected
Can’t remember the last time you heard good news about this threatened species? Well, here you go.
Next-Generation Weather Satellite Captures Earth’s Atmospheric Chaos in Striking Detail
The first images from the European Space Agency’s MTG-S satellite offer an early look at how the mission will improve weather forecasting across Europe and Northern Africa.
Whoa, Why Has This Frozen Lake Turned Green?
Scientists say it’s a rare natural phenomenon driven by pollution and—yep—climate change.
Forecast Map Reveals Which East Coast States Should Brace for More Snow This Weekend
Meteorologists are tracking another major storm system that could exacerbate lingering impacts from last weekend’s Winter Storm Fern.
Trump Urges Americans to Embrace a Suicidal Penguin as ‘Doomsday Clock’ Hits 85 Seconds to Midnight
There aren’t any penguins in Greenland.
Snowmageddon Continues: Another Major Storm Could Slam the East Coast This Weekend
It’s looking increasingly likely that a coastal storm could bring more snow to the East Coast this weekend—and potentially strengthen into a bomb cyclone.
Brutal Winter Storm Leaves Hundreds of Thousands Without Power. How Long Will Outages Last?
With no end to the frigid temperatures in sight, people across the Southeastern U.S. may be unable to heat their homes for several days.
Trump Wrecked Climate Policy in a Year. Can We Ever Go Back?
Trump’s attacks on bedrock environmental and climate laws are inherently fragile—and could reflect the president’s preference for political dominance over lasting change.
Massive Winter Storm Could Knock Out Power Across the Nation. Here’s How to Prepare
The Eastern U.S. is bracing for widespread outages this weekend as heavy snow and ice pummel the region.
Gaze Deeply Into Nature With These Award-Winning Ecology Photos
Winning shots from the Capturing Ecology competition highlight the complex relationships that shape ecosystems.
Why This Weekend’s Winter Storm Is Going to Suck Extra Bad
A warming Arctic set the stage for a massive winter storm expected to stretch 2,000 miles across the Eastern U.S. this weekend.
You’d Be Surprised How Few Companies Are Behind Half the World’s CO2 Emissions
Fortunately, emissions data is increasingly being used to hold these companies accountable.
Eastern US Braces for Its Most Extreme Winter Storm of the Season
The storm will usher in frigid temperatures and spread heavy snow and ice across a 2,000-mile stretch of the country.
Map Reveals Bizarre January Drought Hitting 130 Million Americans
You won’t believe which state is completely unaffected.
How to Recycle Batteries
It’s not as simple as it seems
10 of the Windiest Places in the World
Hold onto your hat
10 Surprising Hamster Facts
Did you know some hamsters can inflate their cheeks to swim? Learn more about these adorable mammals.