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We live on it, and it sustains us: The Earth. It's impressive and inspiring and not without threats.
Skip next section Reports & Analysis
Reports & Analysis
Overconsumption: Germany needs 3 planets
Overconsumption: Germany needs 3 planets
Today, Germany exceeds its allotted resource budget for the year almost eight months early.
How 'Naatu Naatu' and 'Gangnam Style' got the world dancing
How 'Naatu Naatu' and 'Gangnam Style' got the world dancing
On International Dance Day on April 29, we look at viral non-English hits that became famous for their hook steps.
Humans only make up 0.01% of life on Earth. What about the rest?
Humans only make up 0.01% of life on Earth. What about the rest?
Biomass is all the matter from organisms. Earth's biomass is 546 billion tons of carbon but humans are just 0.01% of it.
Deep-sea mining vital to climate action, deadly to oceans
Deep-sea mining vital to climate action, deadly to oceans
Mining companies are looking to the ocean floor to extract rare earths and metals. What are the risks?
Iran: Jailed rapper Toomaj Salehi could face death penalty
Iran: Jailed rapper Toomaj Salehi could face death penalty
The jailed rapper was a public supporter of the "Women, Life, Freedom" movement. Friends believe he has been tortured.
Asteroid 2023 DW: Can we deflect if it threatens Earth?
Asteroid 2023 DW: Can we deflect if it threatens Earth?
NASA says there's a chance newly discovered Asteroid 2023 DW could hit Earth in 23 years' time. Could we deflect it?
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Skip next section In the spotlight
In the spotlight
Close call: This asteroid just missed Earth's satellites
Asteroid 2023 BU is our closest near-Earth object. It's relatively small, but mere thousands of kilometers from Earth.
If snow is Earth's 'sunscreen,' what happens when it's gone?
A lack of snow isn't just bad news for winter sports, it also impacts shipping, agriculture and our power supply.
Rare earths find in Sweden: A game changer?
A big find of raw materials critical for green technology has been announced in Sweden. Is it a game changer?
Swedish EU presidency at mercy of euroskeptics
Sweden has pledged to "make Europe greener, safer, freer" during its six-month presidency.
From Mumbai to Paris, the cities investing in the planet
On Earth Day, we highlight cities and regions that have stepped up decarbonization efforts as national governments lag.
Climate policies need to focus on raw materials
EU institutions are trying to reverse underinvestment in raw materials, but issues remain.
