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Earth
We live on it, and it sustains us: The Earth. It's impressive and inspiring and not without threats.
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Asteroid to zip between Earth and moon without collision
An asteroid this size coming so close to Earth is a once-in-a-decade event.
Asteroid 2023 DW: Can we deflect if it threatens Earth?
NASA says there's a chance newly discovered Asteroid 2023 DW could hit Earth in 23 years' time. Could we deflect it?
Survey names Lahore, Pakistan, most polluted city on earth
Lahore was named the most polluted city in the world in an air quality report, and Chad is the most polluted country.
Rare earths discovered in Sweden
A million tons of rare earths have been discovered in Sweden. But mining has yet to be approved.
Tomorrow Today - The Science Magazine
Mining metallic raw materials damages the environment. Is recycling a solution? Or space mining?
How the Turkey-Syria earthquakes altered the Earth
Satellites are helping to model the geographic impact of the Turkey-Syria earthquakes
Export bans boost Indonesia's onshoring policy
If you want to benefit from Indonesia's huge mineral wealth, you need to share many of the spoils with the country.
Close call: This asteroid just missed Earth's satellites
Asteroid 2023 BU is our closest near-Earth object. It's relatively small, but mere thousands of kilometers from Earth.
If snow is Earth's 'sunscreen,' what happens when it's gone?
A lack of snow isn't just bad news for winter sports, it also impacts shipping, agriculture and our power supply.
The race for resources in the Arctic
The Arctic ice is melting, laying bare huge reserves of fossil fuels and rare earths.
Davos: COVID, inflation, Ukraine war fuel global recession
The chief economist at the ADP Research Institute says the focus must be on living wages as a recession looms.
Rare earths find in Sweden: A game changer?
A big find of raw materials critical for green technology has been announced in Sweden. Is it a game changer?
Swedish EU presidency at mercy of euroskeptics
Sweden has pledged to "make Europe greener, safer, freer" during its six-month presidency.
Sweden discovers Europe's largest known rare earths deposit
Rare earths are used for manufacturing electric cars and smartphones, and Europe currently depends on China for them.
The race for the Arctic is ramping up. Here's why
The ice in the Arctic is melting. Will countries continue their race for economic and militaristic advantages?
Golden Globes for Steven Spielberg as award show returns
Despite changes after a diversity scandal, the Globes continued to be boycotted by stars like Tom Cruise and Zendaya.
Earth, Wind & Fire drummer Fred White dies aged 67
The former drummer of Earth, Wind & Fire has died at the age of 67. He was key to the band's hitmaking sound.
Life in energy-saving earth houses
Underground living: What does research say about earth houses?
Climate and environment: Can the Earth still be saved?
New carbon capture facilities, a new design for wind turbines and the fight against waste.
Is there liquid water in space?
This week's Tomorrow Today question comes from Brown Mbadiwe in Nigeria.
Tomorrow Today – the Science Program on DW
How satellites help monitor war zones from space. Plus: Do we need nuclear energy to stop climate change?
SpaceX returns 4 astronauts back to Earth
Four astronauts returned to Earth in the SpaceX capsule after a nearly six-month mission on the ISS.
Earth houses: Homes of the future?
Peter Vetsch’s earth-covered homes are the epitome of climate-friendly design.
'Fridays for Future' activists protest worldwide
As many as 36,000 people gathered in Berlin for demonstrations that were part of the global climate action movement.
Middle East's ancient monuments the most endangered on Earth
The region is getting hotter faster than any other part of the world, putting heritage sites at high risk.
Weekly roundup — Let's make a baby
If embryos can be made without eggs or sperm... what are they made of? (And a quick life hack to make you feel better.)
The ergonomics of earth houses
A look inside the ergonomic design of the sustainable earth houses from Swiss architect Peter Vetsch.
'Rings of Power' marks return to Middle-earth
Amazon Prime brings Tolkien's fantasy world back to life with the most expensive series in TV history.
Eco India - The Environment Magazine
We explore how alternative production methods and concepts can help the beauty industry to become more sustainable.
Sustainable cosmetics in India
More sustainable cosmetics are being brought onto the Indian market by innovative new companies.
Just ask!
Could the Earth's core be cooled enough to extinguish its volcanism?
Chinese rocket makes uncontrolled return to Earth
US Space Command says the Long March 5B booster rocket landed in the Indian Ocean.
Earth Overshoot Day, desert hydroponics & tidal farming
We explore how rich Gulf countries can gain more control over their food supply as climate change and political insecurities threaten their decades-long reliance on imports, hear about how an ancient way of farming with the tides is seeing Tunisians through modern water crises, and travel to Valencia to learn about their old-school water tribunal.
World hits its Overshoot Day in July
Just halfway through the year, we have already used up all the resources the Earth can sustainably produce.
Doubts over Turkey's rare earths find
The quality of the metals discovered and whether Turkey can challenge China's dominance is still up in the air.
Why the new images of space are so important for science
The first images from the Webb Telescope have wowed the world with their beauty. But what do they mean for astronomy?
Yosemite National Park: Forest fire threatens some of Earth's oldest trees
The California park is famed for its ancient sequoia trees. Firefighters are trying to ensure they don't burn.
How underground fungi networks fuel life on Earth
A tangled web of microscopic tubes weave through the soil, tying roots of trees and plants into networks that span over kilometres and kilometres. Mycorrhizal fungi they're called. And though they're buried down below, the fungi are not immune to what happens above ground. Soil scientists have come together to protect fungal networks. And they’re calling on other earthly citizens to do the same.
How can we defend Earth against asteroids?
Scientists are looking for ways to defend planet Earth against asteroids.
A cabbie in the most dangerous place on Earth
Cabbie life in Papua New Guinea involves carrying a knife for self-defense.
Oleg Sentsov: Russians 'are scorching the earth'
Filmmaker Oleg Sentsov is defending Ukraine in the Donbas region. He tells DW about his decision to fight in the war.
InSight Mars mission comes to an end
NASA's InSight mission is set to power down by December 2022, ending a successful four-year-long scientific endeavor.
The moon, our celestial companion
The moon is once again the focus of research and space travel, not least due to its raw materials.
Scouring the earth for precious scraps
Small scale artisanal miners scrape for the scraps of South Africa's diamond wealth.
German, US astronauts land on Earth
The crew of four astronauts, including one German, splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico.
German astronaut Maurer to return to Earth
Maurer is due back on Earth after spending some six months orbiting the planet on the International Space Station.
Back from space: German astronaut Maurer returns to Earth
German astronaut Matthias Maurer has spent six months on board the International Space Station. During his stay, Russia invaded Ukraine. But western astronauts and Russian cosmonauts still live together on the station.
ISS: Commercial astronaut team back on Earth
The four astronauts from startup Axiom Space Inc. touched down off the coast of Florida.
From Mumbai to Paris, the cities investing in the planet
On Earth Day, we highlight cities and regions that have stepped up decarbonization efforts as national governments lag.
German expressions using 'earth'
To honor Earth Day on April 22, here are a few "down-to-earth" idioms from the German language.
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