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After a drilling mishap left NASA's Curiosity rover stuck to a Martian rock, scientists held their breath for a second attempt. This time, the rover nailed it, collecting precious powder that could reveal secrets about ancient Mars.
Researchers created a global treasure map showing where rare earth metals for phones and electric vehicles hide underground. The discovery could help countries find their own supplies of these critical materials.
A former oceanographer who dreamed of exploring the Moon is now preparing Artemis astronauts to unlock lunar secrets. Cindy Evans' geology training helped the Artemis II crew capture scientific observations that will shape future missions.
A vanished ocean shaped Central Asia's mountains millions of years ago, long before the Himalayas rose. New research reveals how ancient tectonic forces created dramatic landscapes that dinosaurs once roamed.
Researchers discovered how underwater fault zones use seawater and rock structures to stop earthquakes from growing larger. The breakthrough could transform how we predict and understand earthquake behavior worldwide.
Scientists are discovering minerals never before seen in nature by studying tiny flecks trapped inside diamonds from deep within Earth's mantle. These discoveries prove that material from our planet's surface travels hundreds of kilometers down and back up again in a continuous cycle.
NASA's Perseverance rover just snapped its sixth selfie from the most remote location it's ever explored on Mars. The image reveals ancient rocks that could unlock secrets about the Red Planet's earliest days.
NASA's Artemis 2 crew returned from their historic lunar flyby with surprising observations that amazed even the scientists who trained them. The moon turned out to be far more colorful than anyone imagined.
Scientists using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope have successfully mapped the surface of a distant rocky planet for the first time, revealing a Moon-like world that could unlock secrets about how planets form. This breakthrough shows we can now study the geology of worlds beyond our solar system.
NASA's Perseverance rover just photographed some of the oldest rocks in our entire solar system, offering a window into Mars when it was young and possibly habitable. These ancient formations don't exist on Earth anymore.
Four new European destinations just earned UNESCO Global Geopark status, protecting geological wonders millions of years in the making. From volcanic craters in Greece to Ireland's only fjord, these sites celebrate Earth's ancient history while supporting local communities.
Researchers finally figured out how Australia's famous Twelve Apostles rock formations came to be, and the answer is written in 15 million years of Earth's history. These towering limestone stacks are revealing secrets about our planet's past and future climate.
Scientists discovered impossibly detailed fossils beneath an Australian farm, with spider hairs and fish eyes perfectly preserved in iron-rich rock that shouldn't preserve anything. The find rewrites the rules on where to hunt for ancient life.
Two Lafayette College undergrads just earned the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship, awarded to America's most promising young scientists. Their win celebrates years of late-night lab work and mentorship that's shaping the future of medicine and geology.
Scientists confirmed that the world's tallest mountain was once the bottom of a tropical ocean, with marine fossils proving Earth's dramatic transformation. The discovery shows our planet is still actively reshaping itself today.
NASA's Curiosity rover has discovered over 20 organic molecules in Martian rocks that mirror the chemical ingredients that sparked life on Earth. Scientists can't yet tell if these 3.5-billion-year-old chemicals came from ancient life or natural geology, but the discovery opens exciting new doors in the search for answers.
Off Azerbaijan's coast, explosive mud volcanoes are building islands from the sea floor, creating stunning tadpole-shaped landforms that NASA satellites captured in stunning detail. Scientists are studying these rare formations to better understand Earth's geologic wonders.
Los Angeles just solved a massive engineering puzzle to bring subway service to neighborhoods that seemed impossible to reach. Starting in May, a 25-minute train ride will replace what's often an hours-long drive from downtown to the Pacific Ocean.
After two centuries of failure, scientists finally grew dolomite crystals in the lab by discovering nature's secret: washing away tiny flaws. The breakthrough could revolutionize how we make high-tech materials.
A gold prospector in Western Australia stumbled upon a rare piece of cosmic debris that's been waiting hundreds of thousands of years to tell its story. Scientists hope this discovery could finally solve a mystery that spans three continents.
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