July 8, 2025

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Flooding Along the Uruguay and Ibicuí Rivers Flooding Along the Uruguay and Ibicuí Rivers

Astronaut photos captured the aftermath of torrential rainfall in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil's southernmost state.

     
Towering Plume From Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki Towering Plume From Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki

An explosive eruption sent a kilometers-high column of volcanic material over Indonesia.

     
Lake Titicaca in Sunglint Lake Titicaca in Sunglint

The optical phenomenon revealed features on and below the Peruvian lake's surface, such as wind patterns, natural surface films, and boat wakes.

     
Blast From the Past: Sweden's Siljan Ring Blast From the Past: Sweden's Siljan Ring

The idyllic region of Dalarna County is the site of an ancient, powerful collision.

     
Blast from the Past: Deciphering India's Luna Crater Blast from the Past: Deciphering India's Luna Crater

A round depression in the salty plains of the Kutch Basin reveals telltale signs of a prehistoric meteorite impact.

     
Blast From the Past: Arizona's Meteor Crater Blast From the Past: Arizona's Meteor Crater

The “young” and well-preserved crater helps scientists understand cratering processes on Earth and elsewhere in the solar system.

     
Blast From the Past: Young Impact Crater Uncovered in Yilan Blast From the Past: Young Impact Crater Uncovered in Yilan

The 50,000-year-old crater is relatively young, and only the second discovered in China.