February 4, 2025

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Nested Calderas of Zavaritskogo Nested Calderas of Zavaritskogo

Tucked away on a remote island in the Pacific, the volcano has recently been pinpointed as the likely source of a sunlight-dimming eruption.

     
A Network of Dried Lakes A Network of Dried Lakes

Water levels—and the compositions of brines—have varied over time at Searles Lake and the adjacent lakes.

     
The Allure of Searles Lake Salts The Allure of Searles Lake Salts

Evaporite minerals from Searles Lake have similarities to minerals found on the asteroid Bennu.

     
Colorful Tampa Bay Colorful Tampa Bay

Florida's largest open-water estuary is known for its shallow, calm, blue-green waters.

     
Not-so Snowy Alaska Not-so Snowy Alaska

Warmer-than-usual weather brought melting and a lack of snowfall to parts of the state in winter 2024–2025.

     
Fuel for California Fires Fuel for California Fires

The buildup of vegetation and a rapid shift from wet to dry conditions played a role in the destructive blazes.

     
Bushfires Burn in Victoria Bushfires Burn in Victoria

Hot, dry, and windy weather fueled fires in two of Australia's national parks.