Mengxiang
The Mengxiang is China’s first ocean drilling vessel, recently unveiled with the groundbreaking mission to drill through the Earth’s crust. This ship, set to commence…
Geography
Cold Moon
The Cold Moon, observed on December 27, 2023, marks the arrival of winter in the Northern Hemisphere and is associated with the winter solstice, the…
Iridescent Clouds
Iridescent clouds, also known as rainbow clouds, are a stunning atmospheric phenomenon that appear near the Sun or Moon. These clouds form under specific conditions…
Polar Stratospheric Clouds (PSCs)
Polar Stratospheric Clouds (PSCs) are unique atmospheric phenomena occurring at high altitudes in the polar stratosphere, particularly during the extreme cold of polar winters. These…
The Great Unconformity
The Great Unconformity is a significant geological phenomenon characterized by a massive gap in the Earth’s geological record, spanning up to a billion years. It…
Himalayan Katabatic Winds
The Himalayan Katabatic Winds, as studied in December 2023, refer to a phenomenon where rising global temperatures cause Himalayan glaciers to cool the air in…
Steve and the ‘Picket Fence’
In December 2023, the phenomena known as “Steve” and the “Picket Fence” continue to intrigue scientists. Steve, characterized by its bright purple glow, is formed…
Critical Mineral Blocks in India
Introduction: In a significant move towards securing its critical mineral supply chain and achieving its net-zero emissions target by 2070, India recently launched its first…
Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement (STEVE)
Introduction Recent highlights include the crucial role of citizen scientists in identifying and documenting STEVE. There is potential in studying STEVE to unravel the mysteries…
