Earth
Tracked across 30 articles in the Nexus archive. Showing the most recent 40.
- 99% of people on Earth will get sunlight at the same time this Wednesday
On July 8 at approximately 11:10 GMT, 99 percent of the world will experience sunlight simultaneously. This event occurs due to Earth's position relative to the sun at that specific time.
- Mysterious interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS could be three times OLDER than Earth, study reveals
A study reveals that the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS could be three times older than Earth. The discovery highlights the comet's ancient origin beyond our solar system.
- The missing 500 million: Cosmic bombardment melted Earth's first crust
Geologists debate how Earth's continents formed, with some arguing that an intense asteroid bombardment 4 billion years ago melted the early crust, enabling buoyant continental crust. The oldest continental rocks date to 4.03 billion years ago, but evidence from Earth's first 500 million years is scarce.
- No more than 100 000 faint satellites should orbit Earth
The European Southern Observatory (ESO) recommends that no more than 100,000 faint satellites should orbit Earth. This guideline is outlined in an article published by ESO.
- Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla shares space triumphs, humorous anecdotes at book launch
Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla shared details of his space journey, including orbiting Earth 320 times and traveling 1.4 crore kilometers during his mission.
- Astronomers discover Earth’s new ‘next-door neighbor’ — a potentially habitable planet
Astronomers have discovered a new exoplanet that is approximately twice the size of Earth and is considered a potentially habitable planet. This exoplanet is now referred to as Earth’s 'next-door neighbor.'
- What will happen to the moon in the far future?
The moon is currently Earth’s constant companion, but the article questions whether this relationship will persist in the far future. It raises the possibility of changes in the moon's status over time.
- In 1776, the moon was a clock, a calendar and a streetlight — and it was 31 feet closer to Earth
In 1776, the moon served as a clock, calendar, and streetlight, and was 31 feet closer to Earth.
- Earth is home to 20 million insect species—three times more than we thought
Earth is home to 20 million insect species, three times more than previously estimated. This conclusion was reached using bug traps, epidemiology, and tree-based calculations to analyze biodiversity.
- NASA rescue mission to prevent Swift telescope from falling back to Earth
NASA is conducting a rescue mission to prevent the aging Swift telescope from falling back to Earth. The mission aims to save the telescope from re-entry into Earth's atmosphere.
- NASA races to save Swift telescope from falling back to Earth with daring rescue mission
NASA is attempting to save the Swift telescope from falling back to Earth through a daring rescue mission. The effort aims to prevent the telescope from re-entering Earth's atmosphere.
- Massive asteroid the size of multiple Empire State Buildings is zipping past Earth this weekend
A massive asteroid, comparable in size to multiple Empire State Buildings, is passing by Earth this weekend. The asteroid poses no danger to Earth.
- How to protect Earth from a deadly asteroid impact
The article discusses the threat of asteroids to Earth and explores potential protective measures. It describes the solar system as filled with flying projectiles that could one day impact Earth.
- A large, harmless asteroid will zip past Earth this weekend
A large asteroid will pass by Earth this weekend without causing harm. Astronomers confirm the event is safe and poses no threat.
- Huge asteroid a MILE wide will zoom past Earth tomorrow - here's how to spot it
A mile-wide asteroid will pass by Earth tomorrow, and the article provides guidance on how to observe it.
- Huge asteroid a MILE wide will zoom past Earth tomorrow - here's how to spot it
A mile-wide asteroid will pass by Earth tomorrow, and the article provides information on how to spot it. The event is described as a significant astronomical occurrence.
- Asteroid zooming past Earth on Saturday visible to stargazers
An asteroid will pass within 2,560,000 kilometers of Earth at 1114 GMT on Saturday, a distance more than six times the Earth-Moon separation, and will be visible to stargazers.
- Scientists predict how the world will end - and say Earth may NOT be swallowed by the sun after all
Scientists predict the end of the world but suggest Earth may not be swallowed by the sun. The article challenges previous assumptions about the sun's eventual engulfment of Earth.
- Sunday is the longest day of the year for half the planet. A guide to the summer solstice
Sunday marks the summer solstice, the longest day in the Northern Hemisphere and the start of astronomical summer, while the Southern Hemisphere experiences its shortest day and the beginning of winter. The solstice occurs as Earth's tilt causes extreme sunlight distribution, with the sun reaching its highest arc before retreating. Cultural events like Sweden's midsummer and Stonehenge's alignments highlight historical significance.
- Was life delivered to Earth by asteroids with a helping hand from Jupiter?
A study suggests that asteroids may have delivered life to Earth, with Jupiter's gravitational influence playing a role in facilitating this process. The hypothesis explores how celestial bodies could have transported organic material necessary for life's origin.
- The fungal network hidden beneath our feet: Secret web of fungi could circle Earth 2.7 TRILLION times
The article discusses a vast fungal network beneath the Earth's surface that could potentially circle the planet 2.7 trillion times, highlighting its extensive and interconnected nature.
- The fungal network hidden beneath our feet: Secret web of fungi could circle Earth 2.7 TRILLION times
A hidden fungal network beneath the Earth's surface could potentially circle the planet 2.7 trillion times. The article highlights the vast scale and secret nature of this subterranean fungal web.
- Have you ever heard of Earthshine?
The article discusses Earthshine, a phenomenon where the Moon is illuminated by sunlight reflected from Earth. It mentions Sophia Herod's examination of how Earth's reflected sunlight affects the Moon's visibility.
- Threads of Earth’s Underground Fungal Networks Are Long Enough to Reach Beyond the Solar System
Researchers have quantified the global length and mass of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungal networks, revealing 110 quadrillion kilometers of threads that could stretch a billion times the distance between Earth and the Sun.
- El Niño is here and could tip Earth to a new record hot year
El Niño has officially set in, which scientists had anticipated for some time. The phenomenon could lead Earth to a new record for the hottest year.
- Why do Venus and Jupiter meet up in the sky so often? It's a symptom of a solar system that supports life on Earth
The article explains that the frequent conjunction of Venus and Jupiter in the night sky is linked to the structure of Earth's life-supporting solar system. The alignment highlights how planetary orbits and positions create observable celestial events.
- Solar flare prompts storm warnings, chance at seeing the northern lights this week
A recent solar flare directed at Earth could trigger storm warnings and provide an opportunity to view the northern lights. This follows earlier impacts from multiple coronal mass ejections.
- Northern lights could dazzle in several states including Illinois, as sun ejections expected to spark storms
Several coronal mass ejections could impact Earth today, potentially causing northern lights to be visible in several states including Illinois. The solar activity may spark storms and create opportunities for aurora sightings.
- Strong display of the northern lights is possible across Canada tonight
Canadians may witness a strong northern lights display tonight due to fast-moving particles from the sun directed toward Earth. The solar activity over the past few days has increased the likelihood of this phenomenon.
- Northern lights could dazzle in several states as sun ejections expected to spark storms
Coronal mass ejections are expected to impact Earth today, potentially causing northern lights to be visible in several states. The solar activity could spark geomagnetic storms, increasing the chances of aurora sightings.
- Earth has a mysterious triple symmetry that may influence its climate
Earth exhibits a triple symmetry along the 27° east and 153° west meridians, dividing the globe into two halves with equal reflectivity. This symmetry may have implications for solar geoengineering schemes aimed at influencing Earth's climate.
- Watch the smallest full moon of 2026 tonight in this rare 'Blue Moon' livestream
The smallest full moon of 2026 will be visible tonight as part of a rare 'Blue Moon' event, which will be livestreamed. The article features an image of a blue moon in a vector design with a laptop and a view of Earth from space.
- Astronaut captures aurora magic from the ISS | Space photo of the day for May 28, 2026
An astronaut aboard the International Space Station captured a stunning image of auroras over Earth, showcasing the ISS solar panels and a star-filled expanse of outer space. The photo, taken on May 28, 2026, highlights the natural beauty of Earth's atmosphere and the vastness of space.
- Most powerful 'ghost particle' ever may have come from a cosmic particle accelerator fed by a black hole
The most powerful 'ghost particle' ever detected may originate from a cosmic particle accelerator powered by a black hole. This high-energy neutrino was likely emitted by a blazar, a type of active galaxy with a supermassive black hole at its core.
- Humanity has already exceeded Earth’s limits, study warns
A new study reveals humanity has surpassed Earth's sustainable capacity, driven by population growth and resource strain over the past 200 years. The research highlights a shift from population-driven innovation to environmental degradation.
- NASA announces 3 uncrewed missions to the moon this year to prepare to build a base
NASA has announced three uncrewed lunar missions this year to prepare for building a moon base. The first photo from the far side of the Moon was captured by Orion on April 6, showcasing Earth beyond the lunar horizon.
- The Leader of NASA’s Artemis II Mission Is Still Moonstruck
Astronaut Reid Wiseman, leader of NASA’s Artemis II Mission, discusses the historic depth of the mission, his experience eating maple cookies in microgravity, and his plans for the first day off after returning to Earth.
- James Webb discovers a rare giant planet with surprisingly Earth-like temperatures
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has discovered TOI-199b, a rare Saturn-sized gas giant located 330 light-years away with surprisingly Earth-like temperatures and a methane-rich atmosphere. This discovery represents one of the first detailed studies of a 'temperate' gas giant, a type of exoplanet previously unknown in our solar system.
- 'Alien' material found inside crater on Earth raises new questions about life itself
Scientists have discovered unusual 'alien' material inside a crater on Earth that challenges existing understanding of life's origins. The discovery raises fundamental questions about how life itself may have emerged and spread. This finding could have significant implications for astrobiology and our understanding of extraterrestrial possibilities.
- 'Alien' material found inside crater on Earth raises new questions about life itself
Scientists have discovered 'alien' material inside a crater on Earth that raises fundamental questions about the origins of life. The finding suggests extraterrestrial compounds may have contributed to life's emergence on our planet. This discovery could reshape our understanding of how life began.