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Ocean's 8: Satellite Snaps Stunning Photo of Algae Bloom
Such blooms are common in the southern oceans during spring and summer.
NASA to Fly Above Canada Snowstorms
Flights will help NASA's goal of measuring snow from space.
Satellite Images Create Real Snow Globe
From their vantage point in space, NASA satellites get to see a real snow globe.
NASA Satellites Spied Deadly Philippines Storm Washi
Heavy rainfall detected in storm from space.
New Satellite Takes First Global Image of Earth
NASA's NPP satellite gets a complete view of our planet every day.
'Heartbeat' of Earth's Atmosphere Detected from Space
Could help understand makeup of atmosphere & Earth's weather.
NASA Climate Satellite Takes First Pictures
11 days after its launch, NASA's NPP satellite sends back its first science data.
If German Satellite Falls on Your House, Who Pays for Repairs?
It's unlikely that Germany's falling satellite will touch down on land, but the German space agency would be responsible for any damage compensation.
Ancient Meteorite Blast Resembled Volcanic Eruption
New study of ancient impact shows similarity to large eruptions.
NASA to Launch New Satellite to Track Earth's Weather, Climate
First mission to monitor short- and long-term trends.
Hurricane Jova's Eye 'Winks' at Satellites
Alternately clear and cloudy eye showed fluctuating storm strength.
Explosive Studies of Universe's Expansion Win Nobel Prize in Physics
A trio of scientists discovered the expansion of the universe is accelerating.
Satellite Sees Hurricane Hilary Swirling Away from Mexico
Hilary is major hurricane, but expected to weaken.
Amazing NASA Video Shows Fall Equinox from Space
Watch this amazing animation of equinoxes and solstices from space.
New Map Shows Saltiness of Earth's Oceans
Salt levels in the water play a big role in the planet's climate.
Hurricane Katia Spotted from Space
Astronauts and satellites are watching Hurricane Katia closely.
Satellite Takes Last Look at Earth
Caribbean islands are the final view for the satellite.
Eye of Hurricane Irene Spotted from Space
Irene has strengthened and its eye is now discernable by satellite.
