Discover Earth’s unique features—water, atmosphere, magnetic field, life-supporting climate, and 10 key facts about our home planet. Learn what makes Earth truly special.

Ah, Earth. We may not think about our planet on a day-to-day basis, but the world we live in is a pretty interesting place. The third rock from the Sun—and to this day, the only one with known ...

EARTH (MEDIA GENERAL) – In honor of Earth Day today, here are five interesting facts about “the blue marble.” It’s all in the name Earth is the only planet in our solar system not named for a Roman ...

Becomes The Hottest Year Ever Recorded 5C above the pre-industrial level. Scientists determined that 2024 is now "virtually certain" to become the hottest year ever recorded, following several months ...

This year marks the 55th anniversary of Earth Day! Every year on April 22, people worldwide mobilize to address some of the most urgent threats facing our environment, from climate change to ...

Venus was the goddess of beauty in ancient Rome and her brightly shining planetary namesake lives up to that hype. When Venus is in the evening sky, you notice her. When she is in the predawn sky, you ...

JACKIE. YEAH. GOOD AFTERNOON. IT’S A REALLY NICE DAY OUT HERE. OF COURSE, WE’VE GOT THE SUN SHINING ON THIS EARTH DAY. A LITTLE BREEZY, SO MY HAIR HAS BEEN KIND OF GOING HERE. THERE AND EVERYWHERE. A ...

You might know that Saturday, Apr. 22 is Earth Day, but where did it come from and why do we celebrate? Here are some interesting facts about this worldwide celebration that’s been going on for more ...