At 7:28 this morning, the earth reached the point at which it is closest to the sun in its orbit, known as the perihelion.

The Earth’s magnetic field is a dynamic force that plays a crucial role in various aspects of our lives, including navigation ...

Earth is now closer to the sun than at any other time of the year. Here's why our planet's axial tilt, not proximity to the ...

Perihelion is when Earth is closest to the Sun, happening between January 2 and 4. In 2025, it will occur on January 4 at 8:28 am EST. The Northern Hemisphere remains cold due to Earth's axial tilt.

When one of the poles points more toward the Sun than the other pole, that half of the planet gets more sunlight than the other half, and it’s summer in that hemisphere. When that pole tilts away from ...

Discover the fascinating story of Söderfjärden, a meteorite crater in Finland that has witnessed dramatic transformations ...

Scientists have identified the “mystery volcano” that erupted in 1831 and cooled Earth’s climate. They have linked it to an ...

A guide on how to watch the Quadrantid meteor shower, which can produce up to 200 meteors per hour at its peak.

Europa Clipper, which launched in October 2024, will get an energy boost around March 2025 when it flies by Mars, one of our ...

Two coronal mass ejections (CMEs) struck Earth’s magnetic field on New Year’s Eve, bringing out the displays of light in the ...

After a spectacular 2024, which featured a year of wonder in the skies, including a total solar eclipse and rare sightings of the northern lights, 2025 is set to bring even more astronomical events.

Last night, the sun and Earth collaborated to give us a light show that no fireworks display could rival. Happy New Year!