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Lake Mungo’s Geological and Archaeological Treasures
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Published December 10, 2024
A lunette dune fringing this dried Australian lake preserves relics from ancient times, while today’s grazing patterns create sharp visible contrasts on the land.
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Lighting the Night in Southern Africa
Published December 8, 2024
An astronaut’s sweeping nighttime photograph of Namibia and South Africa reveals the region’s lighted communities, many of which are centered around mining.
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Nighttime Lights Reveal Industrial Activity in the Arctic
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Published December 9, 2024
Satellite observations at night indicate that oil, gas, and mining have expanded across Earth’s northern latitudes.
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An Unusual Year for Fire in Bolivia
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Published December 6, 2024
Fire activity in the South American nation was remarkably intense and widespread in 2024.
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Rapid Rebound for Lake Casitas
The southern California reservoir refilled from historic lows after two above-average years of rain.
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Mangroves Are Losing Their Resilience
Published December 5, 2024
The iconic trees and shrubs of the Florida Everglades are under increased stress due to more frequent, intense hurricanes.
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Patagonian Shelf Waters Abloom
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Published December 3, 2024
Colorful swirls of water reveal the presence of phytoplankton in the South Atlantic Ocean near the Falkland Islands.
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