Mountains of the Moon

Mountains of the Moon

The Rwenzori Mountains in eastern Africa are renowned for their water resources and endemic plants and animals, but like elsewhere in the tropics, the glaciers are dwindling.

Published May 17, 2025

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Capital of the Blue Ridge

Capital of the Blue Ridge

Roanoke, Virginia, is the largest city in the Blue Ridge Mountains and a stopover along a historic, scenic road.

Published May 18, 2025

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Forty Years of Change in Louisiana’s Wetlands

Forty Years of Change in Louisiana’s Wetlands

Scientists used Landsat satellite images to detect both abrupt and gradual changes and to examine how phenomena, from storms to sea level rise, have reshaped coastal ecosystems.

Published May 19, 2025

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Digging Into the History of Stone Town

Digging Into the History of Stone Town

Satellite images of the ancient city in Zanzibar highlight urbanization patterns and help researchers find new archaeological sites.  

Published May 16, 2025

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Fires Erupt in North American Forests

Fires Erupt in North American Forests

Record heat and dry conditions helped stoke several large blazes in Manitoba, Ontario, and Minnesota.

Published May 14, 2025

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