02Feb 17
Namibia’s “Fairy Circles” Baffle Scientists
Namibia’s dry grasslands are dotted with round, grassless patches known as “fairy circles.” These circles are spaced out across the ground in a honeycomb pattern. For years, scientists have struggled…
25Aug 16
What Earth’s frozen burps tell us about global warming
Bubbles trapped in ice cores are allowing scientists to study the history of the earth's atmosphere. By examining the bubbles, scientists can better understand the consequences of global warming and…
18Aug 16
Volcano near Rome, thought to be extinct, is waking up
The Colli Albani Volcanic District, near Rome, Italy, appears to be "waking up" from hibernation. New steam belts are appearing, along with earthquakes and a rise in ground level, all…
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