For centuries, the world has accepted the idea that Earth is divided into seven continents: Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Europe, ...

New research suggests that dark energy isn't needed to explain the acceleration in the expansion of the universe — instead ...

A new ocean is forming in East Africa due to tectonic shifts, potentially reshaping the continent and altering global ...

Scientists and geologists have discovered something shocking on the Earth’s map. The continent of Africa is splitting in two, which means that a new ocean could form over time. This split could change ...

Roughly 250 million years ago, traveling from present-day Australia to North America would have been surprisingly simple-a ...

An innocent question from a friend inspired one reporter to seek out sports buffs in a remote and chilly place: Antarctica.

Scientists also believe its ancient rocks, found in Western Australia’s Jack Hills, could hold important clues about how Earth became habitable. Unlike other continents, Australia has remained ...

As the continent reshapes, the emergence of Earth’s sixth ocean will redefine coastlines, trade routes, and ecological systems, ushering in a new geological era. Earth may get its sixth ocean in ...

Scientists are monitoring a massive asteroid that could strike Earth. Experts have identified potential impact areas.

The future of Ukraine hangs in the balance as U.S. officials head to Saudi Arabia to begin direct negotiations with Moscow ...

Earth's Inner Core Is Undergoing a Transformation Feb. 10, 2025 — Earth's inner core is undergoing structural transformation. Located 3,000 miles below the Earth's surface, the inner core is ...