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NASA Satellites Help Map Ocean Nutrient Stress 
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Editor’s note: This article was updated on June 5. A new study combining NASA satellite observations, ocean surveys, and genetic…

Jun 5, 2026
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Fighting Fire With Fire
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In fire-prone ecosystems in Australia's Northern Territory, prescribed burns are lit to minimize the severity of fires later in the…

Jun 5, 2026
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Two NASA Scientists Receive USGS, NASA 2025 William T. Pecora Award
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Award: The William T. Pecora Award recognizes outstanding scientific contributions toward a better understanding of Earth through satellite or aerial…

May 29, 2026
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Snow in the Shadow of the Andes
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An early autumn storm left higher elevations in southern Argentina with a fresh and fleeting coat of white.

Apr 9, 2026
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Wave of Dust Rolls Through Texas
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An advancing cold front kicked up a sharp line of sand and other small particles that swept over the high…

Mar 18, 2026
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Smoke Rises Over Big Cypress National Preserve
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The National fire has burned tens of thousands of acres within the Florida preserve, fueled by vegetation dried by prolonged…

Mar 3, 2026
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A Second Cyclone Slams Madagascar
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Widespread flooding affected tens of thousands of people after cyclones Fytia and Gezani drenched the island.

Feb 18, 2026
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Winter Grips Japan
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The country's northern regions are accustomed to snow, but unrelenting storms have snarled transportation and caused other challenges this winter.

Feb 10, 2026
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A Winter Blanket Covers North Carolina
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In late January 2026, a strong, moisture-laden storm dropped snow across nearly the entire state, spanning from the Appalachians to…

Feb 6, 2026
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