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Most complete geological map reveals billions of years of impacts and volcanism

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We have been talking for years not about landing, but about colonize Mars (above all, Elon Musk), but with Artemis II making history and the Orion ship just splashed down After the first manned mission to the Moon in more than 50 years, the old moon has returned to the forefront. Four astronauts have just photograph it up close and leave us with our mouths open. But the Moon is much more than a satellite full of craters: each of those craters tells a story of billions of years. At this moment when our satellite has hit us again, we rescue geological cartography most complete overview ever published. It is the unified geological map of the moonprepared in 2020 by the United States Geological Survey combining data from the lunar reconnaissance orbiter missions (LRO) from NASA and Kaguya from the Japanese Space Agency. The good thing is that although you can see a general sample, you can also download it to have a greater level of detail, since it is at a scale of 1:5,000,000 and derived from six digitized geological maps. Visually, this world map draws attention both for the number of craters and for the shades chosen to color it. The choice of color is not casual or ornamental, but rather each color represents a type of terrain with a specific age and origin. So, at a glance you know whether you’re looking at an ancient lava plain, a recent crater, or the original crust from 4 billion years ago. Without the colors, everything would be a gray mass of craters impossible to distinguish. The moon is full of secrets and this map provides information in abundance to discover them. The unified geographic map of the moon Fragment of the unified geological map of the Moon, scale 1:5M. Via: USGS The moon has five geological eras: Pre-Nectarian, Nectaric, Imbrian, Eratosthenic and Copernican, which range from 4,000 million years ago to today. How to differentiate them on the map? Because they go from purple and orange for the oldest to green and pink for the youngest. All that is seen is the fossilized record of its turbulent youth because it has been “geologically dead” for almost 3,000 million years, but it had a turbulent past as evidenced by its orography. The moon offers a striking visual dichotomy between the highlands (in reddish tones and saturated with craters) and the seas, which are the large dark spots. Of course, they don’t have any water. They are actually basaltic lava plains that filled huge impact basins about 3,000-4,000 million years ago. It is, in short, what we see from Earth. The clear, cratered areas constitute the original crust and are much older. The most characteristic thing about the Moon to the naked eye are the craters, which are something like scars that witness the passage of time: the more softened, diffuse and even buried it appears on the map, the older it is. On the contrary, the sharper, brighter and surrounded by bright rays, the younger. “Lightning bolts” are bursts of dust and rock launched after impact and can extend for many kilometers. There is two especially spectacular craters on the map: Tycho and Copernicuswhose rays cross hundreds of kilometers and are geologically very recent. The part of the Moon that we never see from Earth and that arouses so much curiosity in us (there is a project to install a radio telescope there) is its hidden side: there are almost no blue spots there. And while the visible side is rich in lava plains, the hidden side is a highland fortress, much more rugged and with a significantly thicker crust. Map At its south pole is the basin South Pole-Aitkenthe largest known impact scar in the entire Solar System, with 2,500 km in diameter and 8 km deep. Precisely that area where there are shadow craters science hopes to find water frost. This geological imbalance between both sides suggests that the Moon is asymmetric inside, a mystery that is also on the table of the scientific community. In Xataka | The Earth’s seabed has always been a mystery: an amazing 3D map reveals it in unprecedented detail In Xataka | Astronomers have stitched together 10,000 images from the Webb telescope to make the largest map of the universe. Something doesn’t fit Cover | USGS, NASA

AEMET prepares for “the highest hydrometeorological impacts in the world”

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As said Kevin Killeen“February is the worst month of the year, but it is an honest month.” And February 2026 is no exception in its honesty: the models gave historic rainfall throughout the Atlantic coast and the south of the peninsula and the rainfall is already here. The jet stream is going to pass over us so “constant and uniform” throughout the week. But it is not just the “concatenation of storms generated” by this, it is that “they are going to be fed with high moisture content” that comes directly from the Gulf of Mexico. What would have been excellent news three years ago has become a huge problem: this succession of storms arrives at a time when the soil cannot absorb even one more drop. A truly exceptional accumulation. To land the data, the latest models accumulated dan for this week of more than 100-150mm and up to 300 in areas of Galicia, Extremadura and Andalusia. In the case of Andalusia, in fact, the situation will be very complicated due to the extension of the Guadalquivir valley and the composition of its soil. More than 200mm are expected at the head of the river and a homogeneous average of 100mm in the basin. That, added to the fact that “The soil is clay and its use is agricultural.“, the filtration is very scarce. This has turned the flooding of the rivers and streams in the Guadalquivir basin and adjacent areas (such as the Guadalete or the Mediterranean basins of Granada) into a ticking bomb. “The highest hydrometeorological impacts in the world”. As Martín León explainedis not a figure of speech, it is an enormous risk: the highest impacts in the world are expected. In fact, as the hours pass, the predictions they seem to get worse and floods, overflows and landslides seem inevitable. The first symptoms of flooding, in fact, have already been detected in Andalusia via satellite. How normal is this? To emphasize that we are not facing a normal situation, it is enough to take a look at the ECMWF EFIthe index that measures how extreme the atmospheric phenomena are: the entire south-southwest of the peninsula is in red, the highest level. Rain on wet. But, as I say, that is not the main problem. The main problem is that, after these days of heavy rain, the soil is extremely saturatedthe reservoirs are being forced to drain and the system’s retention capacity is at minimum levels. In mountain areas, water it’s starting to flow directly from the ground. To this we can add that the Pyrenees and the rest of the northern mountains they have a historic snow pack. We are, as all models show, in the middle of a perfect storm. This means that the Hydrographic Confederations will have a lot of work and the problems have only just begun. Special attention will have to be paid to rivers, streams and areas at risk of land displacement. Complicated hours are approaching and any precaution will be insufficient. Image | WXCharts In Xataka | Spain is preparing for a “festival” of storms in February: with more rain than normal and hardly any cold

Mercury in Aquarius 2025: How it impacts your horoscope

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Mercury has begun its transit by Aquarius and since it is the planet that governs the messages, the way we think and communicate, Transforms how to express your ideas and opinions. Aquarius is A fixed air signhis vision is eccentric, nonconformist and innovative, so this period is an opportunity to share creative and dreamy ideas. Then know what it means and how this energy affects The horoscope of your zodiac sign from January 27 to February 14. What does Mercury mean in Aquarius? Mercury, the planet of communication, governs our capacity for thought, expression and learning. When it travels by Aquarius, an air sign known to its eccentric and progressive nature, a Ideal period to innovate, break barriers, work as a team and focus on technology. In addition, on February 3, Mercury It will form a trigone With Jupiter, the planet of abundance, which brings an extra dose of luck and opportunities to reach intellectual and creative goals. How Mercury affects your horoscope aquarium According to the predictions of astrologer Maresa Brown to the Woman’s World site, this is how it affects your zodiac sign: Aries This transit activates your area of ​​friendships and social networks. It is the perfect time to collaborate in group projects or raise your ideas in a team. Take advantage of February 3 to highlight in important presentations or meetings. Taurus Mercury travels your professional sector, leading you to rethink strategies in your career. Avoid stubbornness and consider new ways to advance. On February 10, an innovative approach could bring you recognition. Gemini Your curiosity and desire for learning will be to the fullest. It is an excellent period to travel, either physically or through knowledge. On February 3 will be key to establishing ambitious goals with a touch of optimism. Cancer Intimacy and emotional connections take prominence. Take advantage of this transit to strengthen your links and express your needs. The trigone of February 3 favors deep and intuitive conversations. Leo Mercury illuminates your association zone, inviting you to collaborate with others in important projects. The exchange of ideas will be especially fruitful, especially around February 3. Virgo Your regent Mercury activates your health area and daily routines. It is an excellent time to reorganize your habits and find more efficient ways to work. The trigone with Jupiter helps you advance in professional goals. Pound Creativity and self -expression will be your great allies. If you have artistic projects or looking for romance, this is your time. On February 3, it marks an ideal day to change your routine and explore new adventures. Scorpio Mercury traffic activates your home zone, which favors sincere conversations with relatives or improvements in your personal space. Use the energy of February 3 to reinforce your emotional ties. Sagittarius Mercury energizes your communication sector, multiplying opportunities to socialize and share ideas. A conversation on February 3 could open new doors both personally and professionally. Capricorn It is time to rethink your financial strategies. Explore new ways to save or generate income. Around February 3, an unexpected opportunity could improve your economic stability. Aquarium With mercury in your sign, you will be full of creative ideas and desire to express yourself. Take this time to show your authenticity and work on projects that reflect your unique vision. The trigone of February 3 amplifies your abilities. Pisces This transit invites you to reflect and connect with your spirituality. Practice meditation or have a newspaper to organize your thoughts. February 3 will be an ideal day to strengthen the connection with your loved ones. Keep reading:• Tips for the new moon of January 2025: What to do and not do• 2025 Aquarium Season: What predicts for your zodiac sign• 4 Zodiac signs face their own karma in the winter (Tagstotranslate) Aquarius

“2000 Meters to Andriivka”: Mstyslav Chernov re -impacts with his images of the Ukraine War

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Park City, Utah – The first 10 minutes of “2000 meters to Andriivka” have already justified having moved to the Utah mountains to attend the Sunday Film Festival. If I didn’t watch any other good movie in the next few days, I would still take the trip. This powerful is the new journalist and filmmaker’s documentary Mstyslav Chernovwinner of the Oscar two years ago for “20 days in Mariupol”. If this focused on how civilians suffered the first brutal attack of the Russian invasion, the new film leads us to the activity of the soldiers – mostly volunteers – in the first line of the front. With images taken with Gopro cameras in the soldiers’ helme Brutal of a war in the middle of Europe that is fought in trenches and almost melee as if it were a contest 100 years ago. For months, years already, to gain or go back ridiculous distances in which the bodies and ruins are stacked. Mstyslav Chernov, director of “2000 Meters to Andriivka”.Credit: Sundance Film Festival | Courtesy With his work, Chernov humanizes conflict without moralisms or doctrines. An exceptional work that will speak throughout the year. More premieres on the first day of Sundace The Ugly Stepsister This debut feature film of the Nordic director Emilie Blichfeldt offers a dark, comic and very “gore” reinterpretation of the classic Cinderella story. The film focuses on Elvira, one of Cinderella’s stepsisters, who pushed by her mother takes extreme measures in her desperate search to become more desirable. This twisted narrative addresses issues such as beauty, self -injuries, value and social pressures, presenting a visually shocking and disturbing experience. Marlee Matllin: Not Alone Anymore The deeply documentary personal “Marlee Matllin: Not Alone Anymore” premiered with the presence of Marlee Matllin herself, deaf actress who is still the youngest winner of the Oscar for Best Actress, a prize she received in 1987 for “Children of a Leser God ”, when I was only 21 years old. During the question and answers session, Matllin shared his thoughts: “I knew it was the time for (Shoshannah Stern, director of the tape) to show the world what I have happened. I waited, and my four children, who are now adults, was a good time to show them what Mom has spent all her life. So I’m glad they are here. I’m glad they are here to see it. ” Jimpa John Lithgow, Aud Mason-Hyde and Olivia Colman.Credit: George Pimentel for candy film festival | Shuttersock The premiere with more stars on the first day was “Jimpa”, which brought together a cast that includes Olivia Colman, John Lithgow, Aud Mason-Hyde, Daniel Henshall and Eamon Farren, who accompanied the director Sophie Hyde in the “line of line of Press ”, as the red carpets prior to a premiere is called in Swimo. The cast also participated in a lively question and answers session after the projection. Twinless The emotional Twinless premiere caused enthusiastic cheers of the public, especially during the question and answers session, where the cast shared sincere reflections. The director and member of the cast James Sweeney, along with Dylan O’Brien, Aisling Franciosi and Lauren Graham, participated in the press carpet and answered questions from the public. Dylan O’Brien reflected on his collaboration with Sweeney: “Meeting James was like the final seal, watching his first movie and realizing that he is a complete filmmaker. We have been on this trip together for five years, so it is a very special moment to see him come to light in this way ”. Sly Lives! (Aka The Burden of Black Genius) Oscar Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson’s musician and director premiered his latest biographical documentary, “Sly Lives!” The projection, which focuses on the life of the legendary musician Sly Stone, received an ovation of an enthusiastic audience. Questlove was accompanied by members of Sly’s family, including Ninth Carmel, Phunne and Sylvester Stewart Jr., as well as producer Joseph Patel. By design Juliette Lewis had a triumphant return to Sundance with the premiere of “By Design.” She was accompanied by Robin Tunney, Samantha Mathis, Mamoudou Athie, Miranda Bailey, Betty Buckley and the scriptwriter and director Amanda Kramer. The group participated in the press carpet and a question and answer session, offering perspectives on the topics and production of the film. Continue reading:· The Sundance Festival starts with an eye on Los Angeles (Tagstotranslate) Sunday

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