Why Earth Isn't Flat and Why You Wouldn't Fall Off Even if it Was
Some people seriously think that the Earth is flat. No one can save them. Luckily if they were right we would all be unable to swim off the edge
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New Study Reveals More About Invisible Belt That Saves Earth From Radiation
The NASA-led study reveals more than we've ever known of the Van Allen radiation "shield" that keeps us safe on Earth.
The Most Accurate, Highest Resolution Video of Earth Ever Made
Using footage from the Elektro-L weather satellite, this is the highest resolution video of our home planet ever created. Watch it in all its 4K glory here.
What Should be on Humanity's Posthumous Cosmic Tombstone?
Atheist-in-chief Richard Dawkins thinks we need to start planning our species' funeral.
The Earth's Magnetic Field Could Flip Within a Single Lifetime
We're currently overdue for a switcheroo and scientists now say it could happen in as little as 100 years
This Chrome Extension Turns New Tabs Into Aerial Art
Download the new Earth View from Google Maps extension for Chrome. It shows you a striking new satellite image every time you open a new tab, and it's delightful.
What Would Happen If Every Human on Earth Died?
Let's cross our fingers and hope that we never experience this, but what would happen if every human on the planet was eradicated?
Where Do You Draw the Line Between the Sky and Space?
It has been more than half a century since Yuri Gagarin's historic journey, but there is still no universally accepted definition of where space begins.
This Animation Video Explains Everything You Need to Know About Earth
This video shows how fascinating and unbelievable Earth is and makes you realise how seemingly impossible it is for us to be living here.
Google's Mapping Team Finish Building 3D London
Next on the wishlist: Live Post Office queue length data.
A New Meteorite Unknown to Science Might be the Key to Life on Earth
A new space rock discovery has scientists scratching their heads. The meteorite is of a class that's never before been seen.
The Planet's Biggest Water Supply Might be Hidden 400 Miles Below the Earth
This is the first evidence of an idea that's been around for years: deep inside the Earth's mantle is hidden massive amounts of water in the rock.
Can You Guess Where on Earth These Unearthly Satellite Images Come From?
The Earth is a strange, beautiful creature in satellite view.
We've Found Traces of Another World on the Moon
Analysis of rock samples from the Moon contain traces of something slightly different from the rest of the satellite.
