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Earth
We live on it, and it sustains us: The Earth. It's impressive and inspiring and not without threats.
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The best images from space in 2024
It was (arguably) China's year on the moon. But there were also amazing images of a no-star galaxy and a halo eclipse.
Earthquake causes major damage to capital of Vanuatu
A powerful earthquake has hit the Pacific island nation of Vanuatu, smashing buildings in the capital Port Vila.
Can the UN COP16 summit help stop Earth's land drying out?
Nations have been gathered in Saudia Arabia to discuss how to tackle desertification, land degradation and drought.
Child miners in Nigeria risk health for little money
Unregulated mining is a booming sector in Nigeria, with many working in hazardous conditions.
Vendee Globe, world's toughest sailing regatta, sets off
From Les Sables-d'Olonne in France, 40 sailors have set sail to circumnavigate the globe — all alone.
Shell wins appeal against order to cut emissions
Shell's appeal against a verdict forcing it to almost halve oil and gas emissions by 2030 has succeeded.
What is a supermoon?
Supermoons are a rare a chance to get close to the moon and see it bigger and brighter with your own eyes.
How Europe's creating the moon on Earth
Getting to the moon takes a lot of small steps, like Europe's new LUNA training facility. But it's not there yet.
Don't worry (too much) about asteroids hitting Earth
There are big and small asteroids flying around the planet all the time. Here's why you can probably relax.
Astronauts walk on the moon, without leaving Earth
A state-of-the art facility in western Germany allows astronauts to train for future moon missions.
Increasing tree canopy coverage in cities
Trees are key to regulating summer temperatures in cities. Zurich is testing special soil substrates to promote growth.
Introducing: What on Earth
Chinook salmon populations are declining fast in Canada. But why? And what can be done to save this keystone species?
SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission capsule returns to Earth
The private space mission Polaris Dawn has come to an end. SpaceX's Crew Dragon spacecraft has landed in the ocean.
Milky Way is bigger than we thought, even touching Andromeda
Galaxies seem to be far bigger than we thought — and Milky Way likely interacts with our closest neighbor, Andromeda.
Boeing's beleaguered Starliner lands on Earth without crew
The Boeing's Starliner spacecraft left the International Space Station (ISS) and landed on Earth ith no one on board.
Afrimaxx - Modern African Lifestyle
Art with societal impact, garments as a sign of identity and reviving rammed earth constructions.
The benefits of rammed earth houses
Living in houses made of sand, gravel and clay is an age-old tradition in Ghana.
Why don't the Sun and Moon fall to Earth?
This week's viewer question comes from Telmires A. R. in Brazil.
Curse or blessing? Senegal's offshore gas hopes
Migrant domestic workers are being exploited in Spain. A police officer in India runs a school for street kids.
Deep-sea metals: Vital resource or environmental disaster?
Mining the valuable metals and rare earths found in the ocean floor could permanently damage fragile marine systems.
Did life on Earth begin earlier than we think?
New research suggests complex life on Earth began much earlier than thought. We review the top origin-of-life theories.
Earth has already exceeded 2024 annual ecological limits
To continue living the way we do, humanity would need the resources of more than 1 1/2 planets.
Ukraine's war is a battle for trillions in resources
Ukraine has huge deposits of lithium, a key mineral for expanding fields like electric car batteries.
Kate Winslet honored at Munich film festival
Celebrated at Filmfest München, the actress encouraged women to feel confident. She's known for her strong roles.
Asteroids and comets: What's the difference?
We watch comets with wonder when they fly by Earth, but track asteroids with fear. Here's how to tell them apart.
Boeing Starliner return to Earth delayed again, no date set
NASA said the delay was to allow more time for review of technical issues.
Can Earth be saved by its digital twin?
What exactly will climate change do to your city? The EU has created a digital twin of the Earth to help find answers.
Is the Earth's weight changing?
The Earth loses weight through radioactive decay - but also gains it, through cosmic dust.
Can Europe secure its own critical raw materials?
The EU is looking to diversify its minerals' supply away from China. But can it source enough of it at a decent price?
Rare earths found in Sweden: a game-changer?
Sweden has huge deposits of rare earths. Could the discovery reduce Europe’s dependence on China?
E-Mobility and Digitalization - MADE
Rare earths, electric cars and digital factories – industry on the move.
Neodymium: The metal driving the energy transition
China is world leader when it comes to mining neodymium - a metal in high demand worldwide.
Cities worldwide go dark for Earth Hour
In an effort to draw attention to climate change, landmarks around the globe have gone dark during Earth Hour.
Afghans fleeing halfway around globe hope for refuge in US
An Afghan family that survived a treacherous journey to the US awaits a decision on whether they can stay.
Will Germany face a rare earths shortage?
The raw materials needed for the green transition are in the hands of rivals, including China and Russia.
Falling space debris: How high is the risk I'll get hit?
An International Space Station battery fell back to Earth and, luckily, splashed down harmlessly in the Atlantic.
Does our economy need a baby boom?
A country’s birthrate has an economic impact. But does the world need more people — or less?
How leap years are viewed across the globe
From curses to proposals: Is February 29 riddled with bad luck or rather an opportunity for women in love?
European satellite falls back to Earth after 29 years
A satellite has broken apart and reentered the Earth's atmosphere after almost three decades in orbit.
What would happen to Earth’s orbit if the sun disappeared?
This week's viewer question comes from Mike and Teresa C. in the USA.
E-waste in Kenya: How to recycle old electronic devices?
In Kenya, a center of young technician is transforming the way e-waste is handled.
Deep-sea mining: Climate action with environmental costs
Mining companies are looking to the ocean floor to extract rare earths and metals. What are the risks?
Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' sweeps Golden Globes
Nolan focuses on the controversial "father of the atomic bomb" in his award-winning biopic, "Oppenheimer."
Golden Globes 2024: 'Oppenheimer' wins big
Christopher Nolan’s "Oppenheimer" scored five honors, while box office hit "Barbie" was left disappointed.
Tomorrow Today - The Science Show
Viruses and some bacteria make us sick but most of these microorganisms are surprisingly useful.
Space exploration in 2024: 5 things to know
2024 is set to be an exciting year for space exploration. What's in store?
Russia, China ahead in race for Bolivia's lithium
By wooing Bolivia, Russia, like China, has gained access to one of the world's largest lithium reserves.
What was it like when the Earth formed?
Does that question seem impossible to answer? It sure does. Unless you had the world's most powerful telescope.
Reviving mining in Britain
Europe wants to revive its mining industry in an effort to reduce reliance on China for rare metals.
Is mining in Norway more environmentally friendly?
Europe wants to extract more raw materials in Norway. But sometimes plans are met with protests.
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