100 results for "extreme weather"

Posted on May 29, 2019 in Climate Change, Science, Technology According to a team of atmospheric researchers, sea-ice retreat and the accompanying increased activity of atmospheric waves are creating a...

Scientists have uncovered evidence of ancient solar superstorms that could have devastating effects on modern technology. By analyzing tree rings, researchers detected spikes in radiocarbon levels from past solar events,…

A relentless heatwave is expected to sweep across the U.S. West this week, intensifying what has already been a blistering summer. Southern California, Arizona, and Nevada are bracing for some...

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is poised to be exceptionally active, with forecasts predicting a significant increase in storm activity. Residents and authorities across the Atlantic basin, especially in vulnerable...

The European Space Agency (ESA) has contracted Airbus Defence and Space to develop the Vigil satellite, a pioneering mission aimed at improving space weather forecasting. With a budget of €340...

An international team of scientists have discovered planetary waves of vorticity on and inside the Sun similar to those that significantly influence weather on Earth. Known as Rossby waves, they...

The giant fish, known as the "Mekong Ghost," has been rediscovered in Cambodia's Mekong River after nearly two decades. This critically endangered species, once thought to be extinct, has been…

In the heart of Siberia, a colossal geological formation known as the "Gateway to Hell" continues to expand at an alarming rate. This massive crater, officially called the Batagay Crater,…

In a startling development, scientists have discovered an invasive red dwarf bee colony for the first time in Europe. This alarming find, revealed on August 21, 2024, has sent shockwaves…

In the heart of Australia's Marineland Melanesia, a remarkable creature resides - Henry, the world's oldest crocodile. This living legend has captivated visitors and researchers alike with his impressive statistics...

In a stunning turn of events, South Africa's wildlife reserves experienced an unprecedented snowfall that caught both animals and humans off guard. Lions, giraffes, and zebras found themselves in a...

Recent observations of the exoplanet WASP-76b, located about 640 light-years from Earth, have revealed a climate that seems straight out of a science fiction nightmare. Known as an ultra-hot Jupiter,...

Despite it being winter in the Southern Hemisphere, temperatures in Australia have reached unprecedented levels. On August 26, a remote coastal area in Western Australia set a new national winter...

Tropical Storm Debby, which initially made landfall as a Category 1 hurricane, has brought severe weather conditions to the East Coast. Overview and Current Status Tropical Storm Debby continues to...

Jupiter's Great Red Spot (GRS), the largest storm in the solar system, has been shrinking over the past century. Recent studies have provided new insights into why this iconic feature...

Scientists have discovered hydrogen sulfide in the atmosphere of the exoplanet HD 189733b, marking the first detection of this molecule beyond our solar system. This discovery provides new insights into...

New data highlights alarming trends in global temperatures, with June 2023 setting new records and the world consistently exceeding the 1.5C warming benchmark for an entire year. Record-breaking June Temperatures...

SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket is set to launch the NOAA's GOES-U satellite on June 25 from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. This mission marks a significant step forward for weather...

The specter of "climate lockdowns" has emerged as a new measure against extreme heat, a development driven by global warming and exacerbated by phenomena like El Niño. Introduction: The Genesis...

Posted on Aug 8, 2022 in Planet Earth, Science News Today’s stories range from Ancient source of oxygen for life discovered hidden deep in the Earth’s crust to A biochemist’s...

“Planet Earth Report” provides descriptive links to headline news by leading science journalists about the extraordinary discoveries, technology, people, and events changing our knowledge of Planet Earth and the future...

Posted on Nov 4, 2020 in Astronomy, Exoplanets, Science Astronomers have discovered a planet so extreme that it that makes our “twisted” sister planet, Venus –with its 900 degrees Fahrenheit...

“Marine mammals, such as manatees or bottlenose dolphins, are sentinel species—the canary in the coal mine,” says Nathan Clark,  associate professor in Pitt’s Department of Computational and Systems Biology, and...

Posted on Oct 8, 2018 in Climate Change, Environmental, Science Our Blue Planet is in the grips of the Sixth Mass Extinction: The best-case scenario projects that humans will add...

Posted on Oct 30, 2018 in Climate Change, Evolution, Science “In a Cretaceous rerun there would very likely be no ice at the poles once again, and sea levels would...

Posted on Feb 28, 2018 in Climate Change Wind and solar power could generate most but not all electricity in the United States, according to an analysis of 36 years...

Posted on Jan 6, 2018 January 6, 2018. Links to today's headline stories from around the world on the threats, opportunities, and dangers facing our fragile planet –along with an...

Recent images captured by the European Space Agency's Mars Express and Trace Gas Orbiter have revealed mysterious cryptic terrain at Mars' south pole. These dark polygonal features, formed by the…

A decades-old mystery about the sun’s outer atmosphere has been solved by researchers at the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory. Their discovery shows that reflected Alfvén waves are responsible for the…

Experts are warning that the growing crisis of space debris in low Earth orbit is creating a ticking time bomb that threatens astronauts, satellites, and future missions. With over 30,000…

Astronomers have discovered a new sungrazer comet, C/2024 S1 (ATLAS), which could become visible to the naked eye later this month. Making its closest approach to Earth on October 24,…

NASA scientists have discovered a new type of gamma-ray emission produced by tropical thunderstorms, called "flickering gamma-ray flashes." Using advanced detectors aboard a high-altitude NASA aircraft, researchers found that these…

A massive X7.1-class solar flare erupted from the sun on October 1, 2024, sending a coronal mass ejection (CME) toward Earth. The resulting geomagnetic storm could trigger auroras visible in…

The vast deserts of the world hold countless archaeological treasures, hidden beneath layers of sand and time. Recently, a groundbreaking approach combining artificial intelligence (AI) and satellite imaging has revolutionized...

In a stunning new discovery, ESA’s Solar Orbiter has captured the first-ever footage of fully developed turbulence in the Sun’s corona, offering unprecedented insights into the origins of the solar…

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have observed the atmosphere of WASP-107b, a unique "super-puff" exoplanet the size of Jupiter but with just a tenth of its mass.…

A recent solar eruption from sunspot AR3835, coinciding with Earth's autumnal equinox, has increased the chances of a geomagnetic storm impacting Earth on September 25. While most of the solar…

The European Space Agency’s (ESA) Juice spacecraft, currently en route to explore Jupiter’s icy moons, has made an intriguing discovery much closer to home. During its August 2024 flyby of...

A new study has condensed 1.8 billion years of Earth’s tectonic plate movements into a mesmerizing two-minute video. Led by Dr. Xianzhi Cao of the Ocean University of China, this...

The Event Horizon Telescope (EHT) Collaboration has made a significant breakthrough in astronomical observation, achieving the highest resolution images of black holes ever obtained from Earth. By detecting light at...

On August 12, 2024, Earth was struck by a severe G4-class geomagnetic storm, following a series of powerful solar eruptions. The storm, classified as a "severe" event by the National...

On August 5, 2024, NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) observed two significant solar flares. These twin X-class flares, the most intense type of solar flare, erupted from the Sun, providing...

The world's oldest and largest iceberg, known as A23a, is defying expectations by remaining largely intact and spinning in the ocean rather than melting away. This trillion-ton iceberg, which spans...

Recent research conducted by scientists from MIT and the University of Chicago has revealed that the Moon's extremely thin atmosphere, known as an exosphere, is primarily sustained by constant meteorite...

NASA has recently announced a significant achievement in the ongoing search for planets beyond our solar system, with the confirmation of over 5,500 exoplanets. This milestone not only underscores the...

Recent discoveries using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have confirmed significant differences between the eternal morning and evening atmospheres on the distant exoplanet WASP-39b. This giant planet, located approximately...

Recent studies have uncovered a significant discovery on the Moon: hidden tunnels beneath the surface, potentially offering a safe habitat for future human exploration. This breakthrough, achieved by reanalyzing data...

Scientists have issued a new warning about the powerful impact of "head-on" interplanetary shocks on Earth's magnetic field, which can cause stunning aurora displays but also threaten critical infrastructure. The...

NASA's Parker Solar Probe has successfully completed its 20th close approach to the sun, achieving a significant milestone in its mission to study the solar corona. This remarkable feat underscores...

NASA's longest-running mission on Mars, the Mars Odyssey orbiter, has achieved an extraordinary milestone by completing its 100,000th orbit around the Red Planet since its launch in 2001. This remarkable...