Earth’s spin is not as steady as it looks. As ice melts and groundwater is pumped from deep aquifers to the surface, the planet’s mass is shifting, and with it the position of the rotational axis that ...

Earth’s nighttime lights change constantly, revealing human activity, growth, crises, and energy use patterns globally ...

A global study shows treelines are not just moving upward. Climate, human activity, and fires shape where trees grow.

The greenness of the Earth's terrestrial vegetation changes throughout the seasons. Researchers can calculate the global “green centre” and track its movement over several decades. They have observed ...