Understanding the Mystique of Magnetic Pole Shifts Magnetic pole shifts, a subject shrouded in both fascination and fear, ...

The northern lights are best seen between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time, according to NOAA, which recommends traveling to a ...

With the right preparations and technological solutions in place, aviation would continue to operate safely, even during a ...

This is an article from Curious Kids, a series for children. The Conversation is asking kids to send in questions they’d like an expert to answer. All questions are welcome – serious, weird or wacky!

In mid-December of 2024, scientists officially updated the World Magnetic Model (WMM), which helps keep track of our planet’s ...

The FAA has rules rounding the renumbering of runways, according to points on a compass, from one to 36. These reflect the magnetic compass to the nearest ten degrees while dropping the last digit.

Companies and collectors alike love to brag about their anti-magnetic watches and how many gauss they can withstand. If you’ve wondered what that means and why it’s a big deal, you’re surely not alone ...

While the geographical North Pole stays fixed in place ... If you're using a compass or a GPS system, knowing exactly where ...