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Earth is getting a new world map that more accurately depicts how much land countries contain — but surprisingly similar issues plague interplanetary mapmakers, too.

This new satellite image shows Vasquez Rocks in southern California, where Captain Kirk once faced off against the Gorn.

Anak Krakatau erupted, and satellites were watching.

We've entered a new world of Earth observation, in which artificial intelligence helps researchers make sense of an ever-glowing glut of privately gathered data.

A fractured "ice tongue" is visible in the imagery.

This geologic feature has been mesmerizing astronauts since 1965.

The wildfires ripping across North America have created massive plumes of smoke.

From the International Space Station on Aug. 2, 2026, NASA astronaut Anil Menon captured an incredible photograph of a swirling typhoon in the Pacific Ocean.

Researchers used NASA satellite imagery, along with ground observations, to track changes in the diets of penguins on Antarctica's Danger Islands.

"That's the first time that's ever been done."