NASA and the Japanese government have published what is claimed to be the most complete topographic map of our planet yet. The new data cover 99% of Earth, up from about 80% available before. Each data set measured Earth at a distance of just 98 feet apart, which creates the foundation for stunning images that are provided free of charge. Extra: SLIDESHOW
The US's latest weather satellite was successfully launched on Saturday from Space Launch Complex 37 at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.