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Earth's Magnetic Cocoon Mapped in Extreme Detail
By Laura Geggel published
Satellites have provided a detailed view of the small but vitally important magnetic signals emitted by Earth's outer shell, known as the lithosphere, the European Space Agency (ESA) said.
Here Comes the Sun: Spring Equinox Arrives Today in the Northern Hemisphere
By Mindy Weisberger published
What can NASA satellites tell us about the spring equinox?
Advanced Radar Tech Could Save Ancient City of Angkor's Collapsing Monuments
By Mindy Weisberger published
Scientists are investigating what may be weakening the remains of ancient Angkor's stony architecture.
Whale of an Idea: Satellites Help Monitor Migrating Humpbacks
By Kacey Deamer published
Scientists are turning to high-flying help in efforts to count humpback whales.
How NASA's Satellite Data Could Help Protect Chimps
By Kacey Deamer published
NASA partnered with Jane Goodall Institute in hopes satellite data could help save chimps.
Russia Jammed Your Satellites? US Military Develops Undersea Network as Backup
By Dave Roos published
DARPA's 'plan B' for tactical military communications is a high-speed, fiber-optic network on the high seas.
'Pineapple Express' Triggers Floods in California, NASA Animation Shows
By Kacey Deamer published
NASA satellites spied a so-called atmospheric river passing over the state.
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