Operators follow a 25-year rule: at this point, a satellite’s mission is deemed to have ended and it is lowered into the atmosphere where gravity and friction kicks in. While this helps clear space, ...

Deaths of nearby massive stars may have played a significant role in triggering at least two mass extinction events in ...

The Phoenix area's long-standing ozone pollution issues could have serious impacts on local economic competitiveness and ...

March 22 marks the 40th anniversary of the Vienna Convention for the protection of the ozone layer. This international agreement laid the foundation for the global protection of the stratospheric ...

We know that regular supernovas pose no existential threat to life on Earth in the near-term. But there are other varieties ...

New research suggests the violent explosions of dying stars may have caused two of Earth’s biggest mass extinctions millions ...

A media storm blew up in mid-March 2025 when a researcher at South Africa's isolated Sanae IV base in Antarctica accused one ...

At least two mass extinction events in Earth's history were likely caused by the 'devastating' effects of nearby supernova explosions, a new study suggests. Researchers say these super-powerful blasts ...

Environmental toxins silently damage your skin barrier by weakening its defenses, accelerating aging, and causing increased ...

Air conditioning is essential for maintaining a comfortable indoor environment, especially in regions with hot and humid climates. However, older AC systems can consume excessive energy, leading to ...

Anna’s contributions to Meteorology and her role as a trailblazer for women in STEM have left an indelible mark on India’s ...