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A Magnetic Topsy Turvy Earth—When North Becomes South

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 10.21.2014 18:35 PM

The directionally challenged may find a new curveball thrown their way, as researchers reveal that in our lifetime we may see flip in what we know to be North and South. For those who know their way around navigating the wild, seeking directions in the stars, or even reading the face of a compass, you may have to reconsider the norm or repaint the stars to fit a changing magnetic field that may soon have Antarctica pointing North.

Solar Eclipse This Thursday: Start Time & How to Watch Safely

10.21.2014 16:27 PM

This week is shaping up to be an exceptional one for astronomy. Fresh off the heals of the Orionid meteor shower comes another solar eclipse on Thursday, Oct. 23 which will be visible to most residents of North America.

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