These crustal collisions occur gradually over millions of years, yet have a profound impact in reshaping the Earth's surface.

"It's pretty surreal to walk between two major pieces of Earth's crust that are drifting in different directions," Brooke ...

I recently participated in a three-week-long, National Science Foundation-funded research cruise to the Mariana Trench. Our ...

Scientists uncover hidden land under Iceland, questioning our understanding of Earth's continents and tectonic plates.

Scientists have discovered hidden treasures in the Earth's mantle. Hidden deep within Earth's mantle are two colossal ...

Plate tectonics had arranged the world's continents into a single massive landmasses: Pangaea. Today I attempt to use my knowledge of geography to create a basic map of what this land might have ...

While there’s no singular quality that makes a great dinner plate, you know when you have a less-than specimen: It looks cheap, and it chips and scratches easily. Among those that are well made ...

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced signer, it's good to understand the different aspects of the language. This includes the basic signs and techniques, where you can find resources to learn ...

Ethiopia's Afar and Oromia regions have been hit by several earthquakes and tremors since the beginning of 2025. The strongest, with a magnitude of 5.7, struck on 4 January. The US Geological Survey ...

Recently, I purchased a set of plates that looked like they were from the '70s, and I use them nearly every night. One evening while admiring the design, I began to wonder what year, exactly ...

Researchers have discovered evidence suggesting that the Indian tectonic plate may be splitting apart beneath the surface, particularly in the region near Tibet. This finding has sparked discussions ...