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Did astronomers find the most volcanic planet in the universe?

Sulfur dioxide might explain the planet's fiery surface.

A giant volcano spanning 280 miles and taller than Mt. Everest was discovered on Mars

Noctis Mons marks a monumental volcanic discovery on Mars, reshaping our understanding of the Red Planet's geology.

The moon had active volcanoes while dinosaurs were still chilling on Earth

New findings show lunar volcanic activity occurred as recently as 120 million years ago.

This volcano in Antarctica is spewing out $6,000 worth of gold dust per day — but good luck getting it

Even if you could get there, you're not getting that gold.

Volcanoes on other planets -- Venus' Maat Mons, Earth's Karymsky, Mars' Olympus Mons, Io, and Enceladus

Ever wondered what volcanoes on other worlds look like? Well, look no further! Volcanoes have always captivated humanity, but their allure extends far beyond Earth. In fact, other words have volcanoes as imposing as Earth’s — or even more so. From planets like Venus and Mars to the surprising eruptions on moons like Io and […]

Underwater volcanic eruption in Tonga was most powerful natural explosion in a century

It triggered a mega-tsunami nearly 45 meters tall.

Low-cost camera provides scientists with new tool for predicting volcanic eruptions

They used a 3D printer for some of the parts of the camera, bringing down costs.

Medieval manuscripts and modern technology reveal Earth's volcanic past

Medieval chronicles are helping scientists understand volcanic activity's impact on climate.

Volcano erupts in Iceland -- but poses no threat to aviation yet

Iceland has even put a livestream of the volcano, while warning people to stay away from the lava and toxic fumes.

The 2022 Tonga volcano eruption was one of the largest ever recorded

A new analysis has verified that the eruption of the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai undersea volcano in January 2022 was among the most explosive volcanic eruptions ever recorded. It was the largest volcanic eruption of the 21st century and also the largest eruption since the 1883 eruption of Krakatoa. The study, led by scientists from the […]

Pluto has tall icy volcanoes unlike anything else in the solar system -- and they may still be active

Ice and fire on the surface of Pluto.

The Bulge is back: Three Sister volcano in Oregon triggers swelling but is unlikely to erupt

GPS equipment can track very subtle ground movements.

Why don't we throw all our trash into a volcano and burn it up?

Volcanoes might seem like nature’s incinerators, but using them to burn up trash would be dangerous and disrespectful to indigenous people who view them as sacred.

Scientists discover thousands of ancient massive volcanic eruptions on Mars

These things were huge!

Icelandic eruption attracts thousands of visitors, helicopter rides, over the weekend

I've seen worse locations for hanging out.

Venus may still be volcanically active

"If Venus is indeed active today, it would make a great place to visit," said researchers,

Researchers send drones to active volcanoes to improve early warning systems

Technology can help warn us of an upcoming eruption.

Iceland’s most active volcano may soon erupt, throwing air travel into turmoil -- again

An eruption could also cause heavy local flooding, as the volcano is buried in ice.

Iceland's most active volcano likely headed towards eruption

The name sounds half-familiar, and so does the threat.

Scientists confirm Venus is still volcanically active

This suggests that the planet's interior is still churning away.

Indonesian volcano erupted twice last Sunday

Luckily, no loss of life or damage to property has been reported so far.

The 2018 eruption of Mount Kīlauea in Hawaii likely caused by rain

A bit of an overreaction to rain, if I'm being honest.

The Earth was humming because a huge underwater volcano was forming

Buzzing temblors marked the formation of a supervolcano -- but there is no risk yet.

Venus might still be volcanically active, according to its infrared emissions

Earth's sister planet might also enjoy a bit of volcanism.

Underwater volcanoes can produce stadium-sized bubbles

Some bubbles were up to 750 feet (228 meters) across.

Human emissions are 100 times greater than those of volcanoes, study shows

That's a lot of CO2.

Io volcano is surprisingly predictable, and will likely erupt this month

Pop goes the volcano.

Tamu Massif is an intriguing new type of hybrid volcano

Tamu Massif is forcing geologists to re-think a classic volcano formation theory.

Monitoring Volcanic Craters with Infrasound “Music”

Volcanic craters act as giant horns that emit intense low-frequency sounds.

Huge underwater eruption created giant volcano off the coast of Africa

This is one of the most exciting volcanic areas in the world.

Bermuda might hold the key to a whole new type of volcano

We didn't know volcanoes can form in this way.

Four years ago this island didn't exist. Now it's full of vegetation and "mystery mud"

Our planet really is alive.

252 million years ago, climate change nearly wiped out life on Earth; something similar is happening today

If this sounds a bit alarming... it should.

Volcanoes are fed by 'mush reservoirs' instead of magma chambers, study suggests

We mush talk about this.

One Icelandic glacier-volcano duo is emitting 20 times more methane than all other volcanoes in Europe

When glaciers fall to the dark side, methane happens.

Deepest volcanic eruption lies in a field of glass at the lip of the Mariana Trench

Adelle is surely rolling somewhere around there.

Italy's Mount Etna might soon collapse into the sea

Well this sure ain't good news.

Hawaii Authorities: Please don't swim near erupting volcano

Shocking, really.

Kilauea volcano in Hawaii erupts, threatening local community. So far, everyone is safe

Thankfully, everyone is safe.

For the first time, researchers record a volcanic thunder

Impossible means nothing if you're a geologist.

Kick-‘em-Jenny: Scientists get rare chance to study volcano as it's erupting

It's the most unusual volcano name I've ever seen.

Geologists listen to volcanic murmur to predict eruptions

Listen closely, and the volcano will share its secrets.

Stone shrine discovered inside Mexican volcano depicts mythical Aztec universe

It seems to depict the creation of the heavens and earth.

Warming climate linked to more, bigger volcanic eruptions

It might take a while though before the effects settle in.

Warm rock beneath New England hints of upcoming volcanic eruption millions of years from now

New England residents shouldn't panic, though. There won't be a volcanic eruption in their backyard anytime too soon.

Volcano in Bali has been erupting for over a week, and things might get even worse

Things are really heating up in Bali.

Supervolcano eruptions might be more common than we thought -- but there's still no need to panic

If it happens, it happens -- there's not that much we can do about it.

These sharks thrive in a real-life underwater volcano

Yes, these sharks live inside a volcano.

The moon once had an atmosphere seeded by volcanic eruptions

It must have looked like a weird sight from Earth's vantage point.

Bali volcanic eruption seems imminent, after massive seismic activity increase

Over 70,000 people have already evacuated the area as an eruption from the Mount Agung volcano seems imminent.

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