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National & Local

Six Planets and the Moon: Where to Best See the 'Planet Parade'

A rare alignment of six planets and the Moon can be observed in the evening sky, with optimal viewing conditions this Saturday.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

On February 28, the grand 'planetary parade,' how to watch it

A significant astronomical event called a 'planetary parade' will occur on February 28, featuring several planets visible in the evening sky in Greece.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

A new super-Earth is discovered in a nearby planetary system

A new super-Earth has been discovered orbiting the star HD 176986 by an international scientific team led by the Instituto de Astrofรญsica de Canarias.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Varun Planet Will Be In Pisces for 22 Days, Three Zodiacs Will Benefit

According to Vedic astrology, the Varun planet will be in the Pisces sign from March 12 to April 3, 2026, providing potential financial opportunities to individuals of three specific zodiac signs.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

There are significantly more species of bees buzzing on our planet than previously thought

Recent research suggests that the number of bee species globally may be substantially higher than previously recorded, with estimates suggesting at least 24,700 species, and possibly over 26,100.

Feb 25 โ€ข 06:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Juli Capella: "Every time you buy something, you are voting"

Designer and architect Juli Capella discusses the future of the planet, consumerism's excesses, and the role of design in society's improvement.

Feb 25 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Artificial Intelligence: Robots may outnumber the planet's workers in a few decades

Former Citi executive Rob Garlick predicts that robots could surpass the global workforce in a few decades due to advancements in artificial intelligence and companies seeking profitability.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Mars is habitable but a killer planet

Mars is portrayed as a potentially habitable yet extremely hostile environment for humans.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

Russia accuses Britain of arming Ukraine with nuclear bomb โ€“ 'Planet in danger'

Russia has accused Britain and France of preparing to provide Ukraine with nuclear weapons, claiming this poses a global threat.

Feb 24 โ€ข 08:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

NASA's probe drills Martian soil in search of ice and finds salts capable of keeping water liquid below freezing point

NASA's InSight mission has revealed the potential presence of substantial underground water on Mars, which could reshape our understanding of the planet.

Feb 23 โ€ข 23:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Henkel Celebrates 150 Years of Existence, Caring for the Planet

Henkel is celebrating its 150th anniversary by emphasizing its commitment to sustainability and responsible stewardship of the planet.

Feb 23 โ€ข 23:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jeju Island Named One of the 25 Must-Visit Destinations by Lonely Planet

Jeju Island has been recognized as one of the top 25 must-visit destinations for 2026 by the popular travel guidebook Lonely Planet.

Feb 23 โ€ข 03:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

The planets are in a parade - here are the ones you can see

A planetary parade will occur at the end of February, allowing observers to see several planets aligned in the sky, although not all are visible to the naked eye.

Feb 22 โ€ข 10:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Sanders: Artificial Intelligence is Causing Humans to Lose Control of Planet Earth

US Senator Bernie Sanders has called for urgent government action to limit the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence due to its significant risks to society.

Feb 22 โ€ข 08:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Planet Parade in the Sky. When to Observe this Phenomenon?

The article discusses the upcoming planetary alignment, known as a planet parade, which will occur on February 28.

Feb 22 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The planet parade is getting closer. When can we admire this phenomenon?

A celestial phenomenon called the 'planet parade' is approaching, where several planets align in the sky, creating a visual spectacle for observers on Earth.

Feb 22 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

In Ichikawa, Le Figaro went to check on Punch, the bullied Japanese macaque that has moved the planet

Le Figaro reports on the emotional journey of Punch, a bullied Japanese macaque, who has garnered global attention due to his endearing bond with an orangutan plush toy.

Feb 21 โ€ข 09:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How a rotten egg helped decipher the greatest mystery about exoplanets

A new study suggests that hydrogen sulfide, a gas that smells like rotten eggs, plays a key role in the formation of exoplanets by influencing their development around stars outside our solar system.

Feb 21 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

It will happen on February 28: what will be the best time to see the alignment of planets in the United States in 2026

An astronomical event in 2026 will see the alignment of six planets visible from the United States, with the best viewing time shortly after sunset.

Feb 21 โ€ข 01:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

It Wasn't Always Blue: How the Color of the Sky Changed 'Dramatically' on Planet Earth

Scientists reveal that the blue sky may have looked different in Earth's history and could change again due to various factors.

Feb 20 โ€ข 09:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

It Wasn't Always Blue: How the Color of the Sky Has Changed 'Dramatically' on Planet Earth

Scientists explain how the color of the sky has changed throughout Earth's history and could change again in the future due to various factors.

Feb 20 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Photographer experiences a magical moment filming the largest eagle in the world, nearly extinct, in the Pantanal

A biologist captures an emotional moment when spotting a Harpy Eagle, considered the largest eagle on the planet, in Brazil's Pantanal.

Feb 19 โ€ข 19:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

A Cosmic Procession on the Horizon. An Extraordinary 'Planet Parade' Coming Soon

An astronomical event, known as a 'planet parade,' will occur on February 28, featuring six planets appearing along the ecliptic, although viewing conditions may be less than ideal.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

The mysterious 'Chrysalis' gave birth to Titan and Saturn's rings

A new study suggests that Titan, Saturn's largest moon, was formed from the collision and merging of two massive moons, which also created the planetโ€™s stunning rings.

Feb 19 โ€ข 06:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

South American country ranks as the second best destination to travel in 2026

Peru has been selected as the second best country to visit in 2026 according to a report by Lonely Planet, a prominent travel guide.

Feb 18 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Man is the only species on the planet with a chin โ€“ How it emerged and what it serves?

The chin, a distinctive feature of the human face, is unique to our species and raises questions about its evolutionary significance.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Organism the size of a grain of rice exposes the planet's crisis: plastic in the intestines of the 'toughest' ice insect

An international research team has found microplastic particles in the intestines of Belgica antarctica, the smallest insect inhabiting Antarctica, highlighting environmental pollution even in remote natural areas.

Feb 18 โ€ข 08:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

When Pluto was discovered, it was once considered the ninth planet of the solar system

On February 18, 1930, astronomer Clyde W. Tombaugh discovered Pluto, which was initially regarded as the ninth planet in the solar system.

Feb 18 โ€ข 01:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

The activity of the moon Enceladus can unexpectedly disrupt the magnetic field of the planet Saturn

The article discusses how the activity of Saturn's moon Enceladus has the potential to influence the planet's magnetic field in unexpected ways.

Feb 17 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Tunisia... This is where "Star Wars" began

The article explores how Tunisia's unique landscapes served as the inspiration and location for the iconic filming of the "Star Wars" series, particularly the fictional planet Tatooine.

Feb 17 โ€ข 05:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

The 'strange' planetary system that challenges our understanding of how planets form

A distant planetary system appears to contradict established theories of planet formation, raising questions among scientists about the processes involved.

Feb 16 โ€ข 16:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Scientists to Al Jazeera Net: 'Hidden' Structures Deep in the Earth Changing its Magnetic Field

A research team led by the University of Liverpool has found magnetic evidence that two massive, extremely hot rock formations at the Earth's mantle's base are affecting the planet's magnetic field.

Feb 16 โ€ข 11:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

The 'strange' planetary system that challenges our understanding of how planets form

A distant planetary system seems to contradict existing theories on planet formation, as reported in a new study published in Science.

Feb 16 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Solar Energy in Africa: "The continent has the best solar irradiation data on the planet"

The solar energy sector in Africa has witnessed unprecedented growth in 2025, with a 54% increase in installations compared to the previous year, according to the Global Solar Council.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Inside the Largest Movement of People on the Planet: A 12-Hour Journey During Chinese New Year

The article captures the chaotic yet vibrant atmosphere of Shanghai as millions embark on their journeys during the Chinese New Year festivities.

Feb 16 โ€ข 04:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

A Shift in Energy: Chemistry Has Outpaced Gravity on the Planet

The article discusses how battery technology has surpassed traditional gravitational energy storage systems in terms of immediate performance, marking a significant shift in the energy sector.

Feb 15 โ€ข 10:23 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
World

Environment: "The Congo Basin Will Become One of the Most Important Sites for the Health of the Planet"

British photographer Hugh Kinsella Cunningham's exhibition highlights the ecological significance of the Congo Basin while drawing attention to its threats.

Feb 15 โ€ข 06:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Here, the water is acid and the air is poison... 'another planet' on Earth!

An article describes a location on Earth, specifically in Ethiopia, where the environment resembles that of another planet, featuring acid-filled water, poisonous air, and corrosive landscapes.

Feb 15 โ€ข 02:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Abhishek Bachchan sells his luxury flat in Mumbai for โ‚น14.5 crore

Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan has sold his luxury duplex apartment in Mumbai's Mahalaxmi area for โ‚น14.5 crore, attracting significant attention in the real estate market.

Feb 14 โ€ข 08:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Mars will change constellations on Mahashivratri, these zodiac signs will benefit

On February 15, 2026, the Mars planet's movement into the Dhanishta constellation is expected to bring positive influences to certain zodiac signs, enhancing energy, confidence, and family relations.

Feb 14 โ€ข 07:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Giant planets follow a 'recipe' similar to Jupiter's and indicate a possible pattern in the formation of the Universe

Researchers from the University of California, San Diego, have found that the formation of giant planets may follow a universal pattern similar to that of Jupiter.

Feb 14 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"The Earth is Sick": A 3-Year-Old's Actions Change Their Parents

A preschool in South Korea engages children in environmental education, inspiring them to change their habits to protect the planet.

Feb 14 โ€ข 03:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Parras: The level of USA and Canadian hockey stars is like from another planet

Rauno Parras discusses the significant impact of NHL players' participation in the upcoming Winter Olympics on hockey's popularity and financial prospects.

Feb 13 โ€ข 20:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Inverted Solar System Intrigues Astronomers and Challenges Planet Formation Theories

Astronomers have discovered an unusual planetary system that contradicts classic planet formation models, as reported by the European Space Agency.

Feb 13 โ€ข 11:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
World

The planetary system that "should not exist". New discovery questions the theory of planet formation

Scientists have discovered a surprising arrangement of four planets orbiting the star LHS 1903, challenging existing theories of planet formation.

Feb 13 โ€ข 11:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

A new study links space weather to earthquakes

A recent study explores how activity high above Earth may subtly influence processes deep within the planet's crust.

Feb 12 โ€ข 10:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS offers new clues on how planets form in other stellar systems

The interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is providing astronomers with vital insights into planetary formation in the universe.

Feb 11 โ€ข 13:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Parade with six aligned planets will be visible from Brazil; see when and how to observe

A celestial event on February 25 will allow observers in Brazil, particularly in Sรฃo Paulo, to view six aligned planets in the night sky.

Feb 11 โ€ข 11:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Her husband went to Japan to explore the Moon, she followed him, and in Tokyo discovered another planet on Earth: "Despair"

An Argentine woman reflects on her two years of living in Tokyo, grappling with the fear that her experiences may fade into forgetfulness once she returns to the West.

Feb 11 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

One planet, two weathers: January 2026 brought frost to Northern Europe and devastating fires to the Southern Hemisphere

January 2026 was notably colder than usual in Europe, marking the continent's coldest January since 2010, according to the EU's Copernicus Climate Service.

Feb 11 โ€ข 05:00 UTC

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