Morning Overview on MSN

Here’s what Antarctica looks like with all its ice removed

Strip away Antarctica’s ice and the familiar white disc at the bottom of the map dissolves into something far stranger: a ...
Geography By Geoff on MSN

Why South America’s geography is completely messed up

This video dives into the surprising and sometimes chaotic geography of South America, revealing how towering mountains, sprawling rivers, and extreme climates shape cities, transportation, and ...
Travel + Leisure

The Driest Desert in the World Has Stunning Salt Flats, Epic Stargazing, and Scenic Trails

Here's how to plan a trip to Chile's Atacama Desert, with expert recommendations on where to stay, what to do, and the best ...
Smithsonian Magazine

Rockhopper Penguins’ Athleticism Makes Them the Daredevils of the Animal World. Will a Warming Climate Slow Them Down?

A visit to the Falkland Islands, where the fearless seabirds navigate the rugged topography with tenacious spunk, shows the ...
IEEE

Estimating Seafloor Topography of the South China Sea Using SWOT Wide-Swath Altimetry Data

Abstract: The surface water and ocean topography (SWOT) wide-swath altimetry satellite was launched in December 2022. The performance of novel wide-swath altimetry in seafloor topography modeling ...
Foreign Affairs

Latin America’s Revolution of the Right

From virtually the moment he and his band of bearded rebels rode into Havana in 1959 until his death from natural causes in 2016, the most iconic leader in Latin America was Fidel Castro. With his ...