January 6, 2026

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Reaching the Precipice in Angola

The Huíla plateau, bounded by dramatic cliffs and chasms, stands above the arid coastal plains in the country’s southwest.

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An Amphitheater of Rock at Cedar Breaks

The colorful formations found in this bowl-shaped escarpment in southwestern Utah are the centerpiece of Cedar Breaks National Monument.

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Lake Eyre Blushes

Rounding out a remarkable year, the outback lake displayed distinct green and reddish water in its two main bays.

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The Galaxy Next Door

The Large Magellanic Cloud—one of our closest neighboring galaxies—is a hotbed of star formation that is visible to both astronauts and Earth-based stargazers.

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Launched in November, Sentinel-6B will track ocean height with ultraprecision to advance marine forecasting, national security, and more.

All 48 contiguous United States will now benefit from timely, high-resolution water data.

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