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HPC changes name to Weather Prediction Center
The Hydrometeorological Prediction Center (HPS) will be called the Weather Prediction Center starting March 5. It is easier to say, spell, and remember.
March 3, 2013
Hear the whale with a human-like voice
Researchers working near him thought another person was talking and were surprised to find the voice was coming from the whale.
March 2, 2013
Ink into water in super high-resolution slow-mo
This super high resolution video features slow motion diffusion of ink drops in water. What does it suggest to you ... people dancing ... flowers blooming...?
March 1, 2013
Good news from the Tortugas marine reserve
A new report from NOAA has found that “no-take” protections in the Tortugas marine reserve are benefiting overexploited reef fish such as groupers and snappers.
February 28, 2013
The wisdom of astronauts
This amazing video features footage of Earth from space and astronauts speaking on how their experience changed their lives.
February 26, 2013
Late February 2013 looks stormy for U.S.
The groundhog's prediction of an early spring in 2013 looks highly unlikely now for the U.S. Late February and early March look active and stormy!
February 25, 2013
New way to measure rain using cell phone signals
Scientists can now measure rain from our cellular phone signals. They hope this technology will lead to improvements in early warning systems for floods.
February 21, 2013
Video: The life of flowers
Watch flowers bloom in this popular timelapse video by Vorobyoff Productions.
February 18, 2013
Meteorite strikes Russia. Hundreds hurt.
Amateur video broadcast on Russian television show an object speeding across the sky. There was loud boom and an intense flash. Fragments of the meteorite has been located in central Russia.
February 15, 2013
Best pics from EarthSky Facebook friends during 2012 Backyard Bird Count
During the 2012 Backyard Backyard Bird Count, some great bird pics from EarthSky Facebook friends.
February 12, 2013
