September 9, 2025

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Dust in the “Eye” of the Tarim Basin Dust in the “Eye” of the Tarim Basin

Satellites have observed episodes of dust swirling across the basin in western China for decades.

     
Hurricane Kiko Nears Hawaii Hurricane Kiko Nears Hawaii

The storm became a major hurricane while traversing the eastern Pacific but weakened as it approached the islands.

     
Alaska's Brand New Island Alaska's Brand New Island

A landmass that was once encased in the ice of the Alsek Glacier is now surrounded by water.

     
A Northwest Night Awash in Light A Northwest Night Awash in Light

The glow of city lights, the aurora, and a rising Moon illuminate the night along the northwest coast of North America.

     
Breaking New Ground in Mekele Breaking New Ground in Mekele

Researchers are using satellites to study development patterns in this fast-growing city in Ethiopia.

     
Summer Heat Lingers in the West Summer Heat Lingers in the West

A prolonged high-pressure weather system brought unusually warm September temperatures to British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest.

     
B.C. Wildfires Send Smoke Skyward B.C. Wildfires Send Smoke Skyward

Lightning likely ignited several large fires that sent smoke pouring over the Canadian province in early September 2025.

     
     
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Assessing Landslide Hazards From Space Assessing Landslide Hazards From Space

September 3, 2025
Scientists visited landslide sites in northern Nepal to better understand how satellite data can help predict these hazards and keep communities around the world safe.