Before it lost its status as a super typhoon, meteorologists were using words like "monster" and "beast" to describe Neoguri. This image shows you why.

Deborah Byrd

July 8, 2014

Baltoro Glacier is a river of ice in Pakistan

At 63 kilometers (39 miles) in length, Baltoro Glacier in Pakistan is one of the longest non-polar glaciers in the world.

Deborah Byrd

July 7, 2014

6.9-magnitude earthquake in Chiapas on July 7

A 6.9-magnitude earthquake is a major earthquake and can be expected to cause damage. No Pacific-wide tsunami warning issued.

Deborah Byrd

July 7, 2014

Best photos of moon, Spica, Mars on July 5

A wonderful conjunction on Saturday night. Thanks to all who submitted photos.

Deborah Byrd

July 6, 2014

Stairway to heaven

"I saw this stairway leading into the Milky Way and figured I would give it a try."

Deborah Byrd

July 6, 2014

First haboob of 2014 in Phoenix on July 3

Check out these dramatic shots of the July 3 dust storm – aka haboob – washing over Phoenix, Arizona. Thanks to all who posted on EarthSky's Facebook page.

Deborah Byrd

July 4, 2014

Blue whale, largest species on Earth, washes onto New Zealand beach

Officials say the whale, which is thought to weigh about 100 tons, is unlikely to be moved from its final resting place.

Deborah Byrd

July 4, 2014

Deborah Byrd

Deborah Byrd (asteroid 3505 Byrd) helps edit EarthSky.org and is a frequent host of EarthSky videos. Deborah created the EarthSky radio series in 1991 and founded EarthSky.org in 1994. Prior to that, she had worked for the University of Texas McDonald Observatory since 1976, and created and produced their Star Date radio series. She has won a galaxy of awards from the broadcasting and science communities, including having an asteroid named in her honor in 1990, a Public Service Award from the National Science Board in 2003, and the Education Prize from the American Astronomical Society in 2020. A science communicator and educator since 1976, Byrd believes in science as a force for good in the world and a vital tool for the 21st century. "Being an EarthSky editor is like hosting a big global party for cool nature-lovers," she says.