The SWOT satellite tracks river width, height and slope, revealing seasonal changes and underwater topography.

In this spirit of rigorous worldbuilding, we just published a new study where we merged the disparate disciplines of literary worldbuilding and climate modelling. We used complex computer programs – ...

We’ve pulled together a list of some of the world’s steepest streets where residents live life on the edge, from vertiginous ...

Scientists have drawn up the most accurate map of Antarctica, offering background to the continent’s response to climate change.

Satellite data shows rivers rise and fall less than expected while revealing hidden riverbed shapes and new clues about Earth’s water cycle.

When English author J.R.R. Tolkien crafted his fantasy world Middle-earth, he argued storytellers are essentially “sub-creators” – they build fictional realms with internally consistent laws. For a ...

Though it's close to the crowds of Orlando, this incredible lake is a hidden gem offering peaceful waters for both idyllic ...

Scientists have known for years that water levels are rising faster in the Chesapeake Bay region than just about anywhere ...

World’s first demonstration of Team Awareness Kit enhanced with standards-based 3GPP MCX mission-critical Push-to-Talk, ...

Discover how GPS technology is transforming prayer times, making them portable & precise. From mosques to smartphones, see the shift!

The first sign of a backyard project often appears when someone walks outside with a measuring tape and starts pacing the ...