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Huelva Estuary in Spain

Handout photo dated on November 16, 2025 shows Huelva Estuary in Spain. On 16 November 2025, one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites acquired this image of the Huelva estuary in south-western Spain, where the Tinto and Odiel rivers converge before flowing into the Atlantic Ocean. Recent rainfall has increased surface runoff and sediment transport, strengthening the contrasting outflow from the two rivers. The image shows distinct colour variations produced by differences in water chemistry and suspended materials. As these waters mix with tidal currents, they create gradual transitions and clearly defined plumes, highlighting the estuary’s dynamic behaviour. Copernicus Sentinel satellite data enables continuous monitoring of river plumes, estuarine dynamics, and land-sea interactions. This information is important for assessing the environmental impact of sediment transport, supporting water quality monitoring, and informing coastal zone management in fragile ecosystems. Photo by European Union, Copernicu

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Snow Blanketed North East Scotland - UK

Handout photo dated on November 18, 2025 shows on 18 November 2025, the first major winter weather event of the 2025-26 season took place across parts of the United Kingdom, including north-east Scotland. Heavy snowfall blanketed large areas of the region, leading to travel disruption, the isolation of several rural communities, and the closure of numerous schools. Emergency services were deployed to assist residents affected by road blockages and power outages, while local authorities issued weather warnings and urged the public to avoid non-essential travel. This false-colour image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites, shows widespread snow-cover across Aberdeenshire and the surrounding upland areas, with the city of Aberdeen visible along the coast. Data from Copernicus Sentinel-2, which provides high spatial resolution and multispectral observations, supports continuous monitoring of snow extent and surface conditions. North East Scotland, UK on November 18, 2025. Photo by European Uni

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First Images acquired by Sentinel-1D

Handout photo dated on November 7, 2025 shows following its launch on 4 November 2025, Copernicus Sentinel-1D has delivered its first images. Among these is this radar image acquired on 7 November 2025, showing northern Germany. The false colour visualisation of the image highlights different types of land cover such as cultivated fields, water bodies, and urban areas, including the cities of Bremen, Bremerhaven, Oldenburg, and Meldorf. The Elbe and Weser rivers flowing into the North Sea are visible in deep blue tones, along with the Wadden Sea. Bremen, Germany on November 7, 2025. Photo by European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-1 imagery via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Satellite Views of Disastrous Flooding in The Philippines

Handout photo dated on November 12, 2025 shows Following the landfall of Typhoon Fung-wong on 9 November 2025, northern regions of the Philippines were affected by extensive flooding, with the Cagayan Valley among the worst hit areas. The typhoon brought intense rainfall, causing the Cagayan River to overflow its banks, submerging agricultural land, infrastructure, and urban areas, including the city of Tuguegarao. Several communities in the province of Cagayan were displaced, and damage to crops and transport infrastructure was reported across the region. This false colour image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 12 November 2025, shows the flooded areas along the Cagayan River. In this composite, vegetation appears in red, while water bodies and flooded areas are shown in shades of light blue and green. Additionally, sediment plumes can be seen at the river’s mouth near Aparri, where the river enters the Pacific Ocean. Photo by European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery via ABACA

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Canada Wildfires Impact North America's Air Quality

Handout photo dated on August 3, 2025, shows Canada is currently facing an intense fire season, with hundreds of active wildfires across Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Manitoba, prompting the evacuation of thousands of residents. Smoke from these fires has severely degraded air quality both locally and across borders, including the United States. This false colour image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-3 satellites on 3 August 2025, shows the smoke cloud from the wildfires engulfing skies over Canada and the US. According to the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS), June and July 2025 saw severe wildfire activity in Canada, with daily total wildfire intensity and emissions consistently above the 2003-2024 average throughout the summer. August 3, 2025. Photo by European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-3 imagery via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Satellite Image Shows Mount Etna Spewing Lava From Above

Handout photo dated June 2, 2025, shows The Copernicus Sentinel-2C satellite acquired an image of the area at 09:40 UTC, just minutes after the onset of the eruption. On the left, the natural colour image clearly depicts a dense ash plume in the summit crater area, partially obscured by a pyrocumulus cloud drifting westward towards inland Sicily. On the right, a false colour composite using shortwave infrared channels reveals the intense thermal signature of active lava flows descending into the Valle del Bove. Jaw-dropping satellite images shows Mount Etna erupting. At 11:24 am local time on 2 June, the most active volcano in Europe produced a spectacular eruption, propelling a dense column of ash and smoke several kilometres into the atmosphere. According to Italy’s National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV), the eruption originated from the South East Crater, one of the most active summit vents in recent years. The event was characterised by vigorous Strombolian activity, lava effusion, and a

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Stunning First Full-Colour Images From Euclid Telescope

HANDOUT - Spiral galaxy IC 342. The European Space Agency's (ESA) Euclid space mission unveiled its first five full-colour images of the cosmos on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Launched in July, Euclid is a cutting-edge telescope tasked with mapping a third of the extragalactic sky, shedding light on how dark matter and dark energy shape our universe. This ambitious mission is unique in its ability to capture razor-sharp astronomical images across a vast expanse of the sky, offering unprecedented insights into the far reaches of the universe. The initial set of images serves as a testament to Euclid's unparalleled capability to construct the most extensive 3D map of the universe to date. Among the images, the most captivating is a panoramic view of the Horsehead Nebula, also known as Barnard 33, situated in the Orion constellation approximately 1,375 light-years away. The nebula, with its striking equine shape, stands as the nearest giant star-forming region to Earth. Positioned just south of the prominent star

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Stunning First Full-Colour Images From Euclid Telescope

HANDOUT - his image shows: Globular cluster NGC 6397. The European Space Agency's (ESA) Euclid space mission unveiled its first five full-colour images of the cosmos on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Launched in July, Euclid is a cutting-edge telescope tasked with mapping a third of the extragalactic sky, shedding light on how dark matter and dark energy shape our universe. This ambitious mission is unique in its ability to capture razor-sharp astronomical images across a vast expanse of the sky, offering unprecedented insights into the far reaches of the universe. The initial set of images serves as a testament to Euclid's unparalleled capability to construct the most extensive 3D map of the universe to date. Among the images, the most captivating is a panoramic view of the Horsehead Nebula, also known as Barnard 33, situated in the Orion constellation approximately 1,375 light-years away. The nebula, with its striking equine shape, stands as the nearest giant star-forming region to Earth. Positioned just south

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Stunning First Full-Colour Images From Euclid Telescope

HANDOUT - The Perseus Cluster of galaxies. The European Space Agency's (ESA) Euclid space mission unveiled its first five full-colour images of the cosmos on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Launched in July, Euclid is a cutting-edge telescope tasked with mapping a third of the extragalactic sky, shedding light on how dark matter and dark energy shape our universe. This ambitious mission is unique in its ability to capture razor-sharp astronomical images across a vast expanse of the sky, offering unprecedented insights into the far reaches of the universe. The initial set of images serves as a testament to Euclid's unparalleled capability to construct the most extensive 3D map of the universe to date. Among the images, the most captivating is a panoramic view of the Horsehead Nebula, also known as Barnard 33, situated in the Orion constellation approximately 1,375 light-years away. The nebula, with its striking equine shape, stands as the nearest giant star-forming region to Earth. Positioned just south of the prom

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Stunning First Full-Colour Images From Euclid Telescope

HANDOUT - The Horse's Head Nebula. The European Space Agency's (ESA) Euclid space mission unveiled its first five full-colour images of the cosmos on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Launched in July, Euclid is a cutting-edge telescope tasked with mapping a third of the extragalactic sky, shedding light on how dark matter and dark energy shape our universe. This ambitious mission is unique in its ability to capture razor-sharp astronomical images across a vast expanse of the sky, offering unprecedented insights into the far reaches of the universe. The initial set of images serves as a testament to Euclid's unparalleled capability to construct the most extensive 3D map of the universe to date. Among the images, the most captivating is a panoramic view of the Horsehead Nebula, also known as Barnard 33, situated in the Orion constellation approximately 1,375 light-years away. The nebula, with its striking equine shape, stands as the nearest giant star-forming region to Earth. Positioned just south of the prominent st

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Stunning First Full-Colour Images From Euclid Telescope

HANDOUT - Irregular galaxy NGC 6822. The European Space Agency's (ESA) Euclid space mission unveiled its first five full-colour images of the cosmos on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Launched in July, Euclid is a cutting-edge telescope tasked with mapping a third of the extragalactic sky, shedding light on how dark matter and dark energy shape our universe. This ambitious mission is unique in its ability to capture razor-sharp astronomical images across a vast expanse of the sky, offering unprecedented insights into the far reaches of the universe. The initial set of images serves as a testament to Euclid's unparalleled capability to construct the most extensive 3D map of the universe to date. Among the images, the most captivating is a panoramic view of the Horsehead Nebula, also known as Barnard 33, situated in the Orion constellation approximately 1,375 light-years away. The nebula, with its striking equine shape, stands as the nearest giant star-forming region to Earth. Positioned just south of the prominent

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Expo'70: Mitsubishi Miraikan

Mitsubishi Miraikan, the Mitsubishi Pavilion at Expo'70. ==Date: September 13, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo' 70: Inside the Japan Pavilion

Interior of the Japan Pavilion at Expo' 70. == Date: 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Apollo 11

The Apollo 11 aircraft is on display in the U.S. Pavilion at Expo '70. = Date: 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Crowded venue

The venue of the Expo'70 is crowded with visitors. The symbol of Expo'70, the Tower of the Sun, is in the back. ==Date: March 31, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Venue

The venue of Expo'70, at the end of the street, is the seven-story tower of the Furukawa Pavilion. ==Date: 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Japan Pavilion

The exterior view of Japan Pavilion, the largest of the pavilions at Expo'70. == Date: 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Closing ceremony, The Crown Prince and Princess

The Crown Prince and Princess attend the closing ceremony of the Expo'70 ==Date: September 13, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Apollo 8

Apollo 8 command module on display in the U.S. Pavilion at Expo '70. ==Date: September 13, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo' 70 : Tower of the Sun

The Tower of the Sun at Expo'70. ==Date: September 17, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Moving walkway

Moving walkways were installed at the Expo'70 venue. ==Date: September 13, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Furukawa Pavilion

Furukawa Pavilion, Seven-storied Pagoda, Pavilion, and Ropeway (Gondola) at Expo'70 == Date: September 13, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Pavilions nearing completion

Panoramic view of Expo'70, pavilions nearing completion. ==Date: November, 1969, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Soviet Pavilion

The exterior of the Soviet Pavilion at Expo'70. = Date: 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: British Pavilion

The hostesses pose in front of the British Pavilion at the Expo'70. == Date: 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Queen of the expo

Miss Malaysia Josephine Lena Wong competes in the Miss International World pageant at the Expo'70. ==Date: 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Soviet Pavilion

Crowds of people in front of the Soviet Pavilion at Expo'70 = Date: 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo' 70: Exhibition view of the Soviet Pavilion

A photograph of the Vostok spacecraft and Yuriy Gagarin on display in the Soviet Pavilion at Expo'70. ==Date: September 13, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Motorcycle acrobatics

French policemen performing a motorcycle acrobatic trick at the Osaka Expo. == Date: 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Closing ceremony

Exit parade team marching at the closing ceremony of the Expo'70. == Date: September 13, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Children from 26 countries interact with each other

Children from 26 countries interact on Children's Day ==Date: May 5, 1994, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Closing ceremony

Exit parade team marching at the closing ceremony of the Expo'70. == Date: September 13, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: French Pavilion

Interior of the French Pavilion at Expo'70 == Date: 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: The venue

The venue of Expo'70. ==Date: March 31, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Japan National Day

Crown Prince Akihito and Crown Princess Michiko deliver remarks at the Expo'70 on the "Japan National Day" ceremony. ==Date: June 29, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Bulgarian Pavilion

The exterior view of the Bulgarian Pavilion at Expo '70 Osaka == Date: September 13, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Panoramic view

Panoramic view of the Expo'70, with the French Pavilion in the foreground == Date: 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Children's Festival

The festival square is crowded with visitors for the Children's Festival. ==Date: April 29, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Time Center

Hattori Clock Shop's Time Center (Expo Timer) to tell accurate time at the Expo’70. ==Date: December 31, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Venue

The venue of Expo'70 (aerial photo) ==Date: March 31, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo’70 : Panoramic view of the venue

Panoramic view of the Expo '70 site (aerial photo) ==Date: March 31, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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Expo'70: Crowded venue

The venue of the Expo'70 is crowded with many visitors. The Tower of the Sun, the symbol of Expo '70, is at the far left, and the monorail runs in front of it.==Date: September 13, 1970, Place: Suita City, Osaka

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