US Bets Big to Break China's Rare Earth Monopoly
The Biden administration makes unprecedented investments in Western rare earth companies to secure critical minerals and challenge China's market dominance in green technology.
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Earth's inner core rotation slows dramatically
Groundbreaking research reveals Earth's solid inner core has been slowing its rotation since 2010, potentially altering day length and affecting global magnetic fields in unprecedented ways.
Simple experiment proves Earth is round, debunks flat theory
A straightforward scientific demonstration using basic equipment has delivered another decisive blow to flat Earth beliefs, demonstrating the curvature of our planet beyond reasonable doubt.
US-China Rare Earths Showdown in Beijing Talks
In a critical diplomatic mission, US Treasury Secretary meets Chinese officials amid escalating tensions over rare earth minerals, port fees, and IMF concerns about global trade fragmentation.
Earth's magnetic field develops growing weak spot
Scientists discover a rapidly expanding weak spot in Earth's protective magnetic shield over South America and the South Atlantic, raising concerns about satellite failures and radiation exposure.
Earth's Climate Tipping Points Near Catastrophic Cascade
Groundbreaking research reveals five critical climate thresholds could be breached simultaneously, triggering irreversible environmental collapse across multiple Earth systems.
China Weaponises Rare Earth Exports in US Trade War
Exclusive analysis reveals China's strategic move to restrict rare earth exports to the US, threatening American tech and defence industries amid escalating trade tensions.
Earth's Trojan Asteroid: Cosmic Stowaway Discovered
Groundbreaking research reveals Earth has been secretly accompanied by a mysterious quasi-moon - and it could be interstellar technology in disguise.
Trump's Greenland Purchase Plan and Arctic Mineral Strategy
Former President Donald Trump's administration seriously considered purchasing Greenland while exploring mineral partnerships with Denmark, revealing America's growing strategic interest in the resource-rich Arctic region.
Asteroid 2025 TF: ESA tracks close Earth approach
The European Space Agency is monitoring asteroid 2025 TF, a building-sized object making a close but safe pass by Earth this week. Discover what makes this near-Earth object significant.
Stadium-Sized Asteroid to Pass Closer Than Moon in 2029
A massive asteroid larger than a football stadium will skim past Earth at just 19,635 miles in 2029 - closer than our Moon and some satellites. NASA reveals whether we should be concerned about this cosmic near-miss.
Reform UK's fracking map reveals 140 at-risk constituencies
Exclusive analysis exposes how Reform UK's fracking policy could transform vast areas of the British countryside, putting 140 constituencies in the firing line for controversial drilling operations.
Earth's secret growth spurt discovered by scientists
Groundbreaking research reveals Earth experienced a mysterious growth spurt, changing our understanding of planetary formation and the solar system's evolution.
Earth's ancient growth spurt revealed by scientists
New research uncovers Earth went through a dramatic 'growth spurt' 4.4 billion years ago, transforming our understanding of planetary formation and the early solar system.
Russia deploys military satellites, alarms West
Exclusive: Vladimir Putin's regime has deployed military satellites in low Earth orbit, raising serious concerns among Western defence officials about Russia's escalating space warfare capabilities and potential threats to global security.
New tool detects geological events with unprecedented precision
Groundbreaking new technology enables unprecedented detection of earthquakes, volcanic activity and other geological phenomena, potentially revolutionising disaster preparedness worldwide.
NASA Launches GOES-U Satellite to Monitor Space Weather
A powerful new satellite, GOES-U, has launched from Florida on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. It will provide unprecedented data on solar storms and space weather, crucial for protecting power grids and technology on Earth.
Invisible Asteroids Near Venus Could Protect Earth
Groundbreaking research suggests a hidden population of asteroids near Venus could help scientists track potentially hazardous objects on a collision course with Earth.
Zac Efron Stuns With Bleached Blonde Hair in Italy
Hollywood heartthrob Zac Efron stuns fans with a radical new platinum blonde look while promoting his latest Netflix project, 'Down to Earth', on the Italian Riviera. Get the full scoop on his dramatic style change.
Skyscraper-Sized Asteroid to Pass Closer Than Moon
A massive asteroid the size of a New York skyscraper is set to make a breathtakingly close pass by Earth, with NASA confirming it will come closer than the Moon. Here's what you need to know about 2024 MK.
Moon Drifting Away From Earth Each Year
Groundbreaking research reveals the Moon is gradually spiralling away from Earth at 3.8cm per year, a phenomenon that will fundamentally alter our planet's environment and the length of our day over millions of years.
Earth's Secret 'Quasi-Moon' Discovered By Astronomers
British astronomers have identified a remarkable 'quasi-moon'—a near-Earth asteroid, 2023 FW13, that has been gravitationally bound to our planet since 100 BC and will remain so until AD 3700. This astonishing celestial partner represents one of the most
Planet Earth III Becomes UK's Most-Watched Show of 2023
The stars of BBC One's Planet Earth III have become household names overnight as the nature documentary series achieves record-breaking viewing figures, becoming the most-watched show of the year.
UK's Best Earth & Marine Sciences Universities 2025
Exclusive guide to the best UK universities for Earth and Marine Sciences. Discover which institutions lead in climate research, oceanography, and environmental science for 2025.
Johnson pursued Saudi oil deal after premiership
Exclusive investigation reveals Boris Johnson pursued multi-million pound oil consultancy with Saudi officials through his new venture Better Earth, raising serious questions about post-premiership conduct and influence peddling.
Earth's rotation accelerating: Negative leap second needed by 2029
New research reveals Earth's rotation is accelerating due to climate change, potentially requiring a 'negative leap second' to be removed from global timekeeping by 2029.
Earth Spins Faster: Scientists Mull Unprecedented Time Change
Our planet is spinning faster than at any time in the last 50 years, forcing scientists to consider an unprecedented 'negative leap second' as atomic time and Earth's rotation fall out of sync.
Cunk On Earth: Netflix Mockumentary Becomes Surprise Hit
The hilarious mockumentary series 'Cunk On Earth', fronted by Diane Morgan's clueless persona Philomena Cunk, has become a surprise Netflix hit, leaving audiences howling with laughter at its absurd take on world history.
Beauty Queen Amelia Palmer Dies in Wyoming Plane Crash
Tragedy strikes as former Miss Earth GB finalist Amelia Palmer, 28, dies in a light aircraft crash near Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The aspiring model and environmental advocate is remembered by heartbroken family and friends.
New Study Solves Mystery of RNA and Life's Origins on Earth
A groundbreaking new study may have solved the mystery of how life's essential molecule, RNA, first formed on Earth, challenging long-held theories about our very beginnings.
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