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Get ready to wish upon a shooting star—or twenty! One of the night sky’s most charming spectacles, the Lyrid meteor shower, is making its annual return, promising a few nights of stargazing magic. Active from April 16 to 25, the Lyrids are expected to peak on the night of April 21 into the early hours … Read more
Greenhouse gases (GHGs) might make up less than 1% of the atmosphere, but their impact on Earth’s climate is monumental. These gases have the unique ability to absorb heat energy radiating from the planet’s surface and re-radiate it, effectively trapping warmth in a process akin to how a greenhouse retains heat. This delicate balance is … Read more
GJ 9827 d: The Smallest Exoplanet Discovered with Water Vapor GJ 9827 d, an exoplanet situated approximately 98 light-years away, has captured the attention of astronomers as the smallest exoplanet identified to date that possesses water vapor in its atmosphere. With a diameter nearly twice that of Earth, questions arise regarding its composition—could it closely … Read more
In a significant development, the National Snow Leopard Survey 2022-2023, supported by the Bhutan For Life project and WWF-Bhutan, has confirmed the presence of 134 snow leopards in Bhutan. This marks a 39.5% increase from the country’s initial survey in 2016, which recorded 96 individuals. Surveying the Snow Leopard Habitat Covering over 9,000 square kilometers … Read more
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has reported that 2023 is the worst year on record for billion-dollar climate disasters in the United States. This alarming information highlights the urgent need for action to address human-driven climate change and prevent the further intensification and frequency of extreme events. 2023’s Billion-Dollar Climate Disasters According to … Read more
Climate is an important factor in understanding how our planet is changing. To gain insight into the future of Earth’s climate, scientists use computer programs called climate models. But what exactly are these models and how do we know they’re accurate? Let’s take a closer look at this fascinating technology to understand its potential and … Read more
For centuries, humans have known that our planet isn’t flat. Even nowadays, some people might be wondering: is the earth flat or round? But how can we definitively prove this? Phil Plait, The Bad Astronomer, recently wrote about the Flat Earth Society and their refusal to accept scientific evidence of a round world. Although it … Read more
Fantasy creatures have been a part of our stories for a long time. Classics like The Jungle Book and Harry Potter have talking animals and mythical creatures. Even though we haven’t found any giant talking snakes or fire-breathing dragons, there are some animals that look like they’re straight out of a fantasy. Here are five … Read more
Towering clouds of smoke produced by raging wildfires are causing a detrimental effect on Earth’s ozone layer due to the combination of smoke, atmospheric chemistry, and ultraviolet radiation. A new study reveals that smoke particles that reach the stratosphere are reacting with atmospheric molecules, leading to the depletion of the ozone layer. The research conducted … Read more
Discover the magic of the solar system! Learn about the 8 planets and their unique features in this educational guide for kids.