The newest polar-orbiting satellite in the U.S. fleet snapped the most detailed image of the Northern Hemisphere, just in time for Earth Day. The satellite photo -- taken by the National Oceanic ...

August 13: This story has been updated with new data on the number of lightning discharges near the North Pole. On Saturday, 48 lightning discharges were detected within 300 miles of the North ...

Unusual Noctilucent Clouds Shimmer at North Pole in Satellite View. News. By Elizabeth Howell last updated 27 July 2022 These clouds shine after the sun has set.