Earth Science 3 min read
Earth's Axis Has Shifted 31.5 Inches in 20 Years—Scientists Finally Know Why
Our planet has tilted 31. 5 inches in less than two decades, a phenomenon scientists say shouldn't happen.
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Science Discovery 3 min read
Earth's Core Is Growing One Millimeter Every Year—Here's What That Means
Scientists have discovered that Earth's solid iron core expands roughly one millimeter annually as our planet gradually cools over geological time. This expansion rate is helping researchers unlock clues about how old Earth really is.
Science Discovery 5 min read
Gold Is Leaking From Earth's Core and 5 Other Mind-Bending Discoveries About Our Planet in 2025
Scientists uncovered the planet's oldest rocks, detected mysterious shifts in Earth's core, and found a thriving ecosystem nearly 6 miles underwater—reshaping everything we thought we knew about our world.