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Oceans' Mysterious Magnetic Field Is Mapped in Stunning Detail from Space
By Laura Geggel published
Satellites circling Earth have mapped an elusive, invisible force in unprecedented detail: the magnetic field created by the currents in the planet's salty oceans, according to new research.

An Electro-Blob Under Africa May Be 'Ground Zero' for Earth's Magnetic Field Reversal
By Stephanie Pappas published
Minerals locked in clays burnt by ancient African farmers reveal the history of Earth's magnetic field.

The Solar Storm Hitting Earth Today Might Look Awesome
By Brandon Specktor published
Thanks to a solar storm, the northern part of North America may see a dazzling auroral display tonight.

Why You (Probably) Shouldn't Worry About Earth's Magnetic Poles Flipping
By Jeanna Bryner published
Earth's magnetic poles, whatever they're doing, are not going to spark chaos and kill us all — a scenario making the rounds online right now.

Long-Lost Satellite Found by Amateur Astronomer
By Calla Cofield published
An amateur astronomer appears to have made contact with the Imager for Magnetopause-to-Aurora Global Exploration (IMAGE) satellite, which lost contact with NASA in 2005.

Man Dies in MRI Accident: How Does This Happen?
By Stephanie Pappas published
A man in India has reportedly died after being yanked toward a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine, according to news reports.

What Is Ultraviolet Light?
By Jim Lucas published
Ultraviolet light is a type of electromagnetic radiation. These high-frequency waves can damage living tissue.

'Hearing Voices' in Schizophrenia May Trace to Specific Brain Region
By Rachael Rettner published
A new study suggests that stimulating a precise spot in patients' brains may ease symptoms of auditory hallucinations, or "hearing voices."
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