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An intrepid hiker just found something unbelievable on Google Maps — and it’s been hiding in plain sight for 390 million years

An amateur astronomer has discovered a 390-million-year-old meteorite crater on Google Maps.

A massive crater was spotted on Google Earth. It could be a scar from an ancient meteorite impact

A massive crater was spotted on Google Earth. It could be a scar from an ancient meteorite impact

While getting ready for a camping trip, an amateur astronomer spotted a possible crater. It appears to be a match, pending microscopic results.

Science news this week: Gold tongues discovered in tombs, sugar found in space, a new monkey identified in the Congolian rainforest, and ancient impact crater 'geoguessed' by an amateur astronomer

Science news this week: Gold tongues discovered in tombs, sugar found in space, a new monkey identified in the Congolian rainforest, and ancient impact crater 'geoguessed' by an amateur astronomer

July 18, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend

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'This was one of the most arduous expeditions I've ever done': Scientists confirm that 15-mile-wide pit found on Google Maps is ancient meteor crater

Joël Lapointe was using Google Maps to plan a camping trail through Quebec's Côte-Nord region when he stumbled across a large indentation. Now, scientists have confirmed that the pit was indeed a meteor impact crater that dates back roughly 390 million years.

Canada man spots unusual circular pit on Google Maps, scientists say it may be a 390-million-year-old meteor impact crater, findings to be presented at global conference next month

A Quebec resident's Google Maps observation led to scientific research in 2024 and scientists believe a remote circular formation could be an ancient meteor impact crater. Researchers will present their findings at a major planetary science conference in Germany. Further laboratory analysis is required for official confirmation of the discovery.

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The moon is green and brown? Why scientists are already excited about Artemis II's historic lunar photos

As Earth reels at the beauty of Artemis II's historic lunar flyby photos, geologists working on the mission are excited for big insights about the moon.

How the Artemis II crew trained to observe and photograph the moon: A NASA science team geologist explains

The Artemis II crew has now broken the record — previously held by Apollo 13 — for the farthest distance any humans have ever travelled from Earth. The crew also completed a flyby of the moon’s far side and sent back some amazing images of the lunar surface.

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Canada cancels its 1st moon rover: 'It's hopefully not a lost cause'

Canada cancels its 1st moon rover: 'It's hopefully not a lost cause'

Canada has canceled its first-ever moon rover mission, which had been targeted to land near the lunar south pole in 2029.

What delays to the Artemis II and III missions mean for Canada

What delays to the Artemis II and III missions mean for Canada

On Jan. 9, NASA announced it would be shifting the launch of Artemis II to September 2025. Artemis III — the first mission to land humans on the surface of the moon since 1972 — was moved to September 2026.

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Canada soars into space with new moon and ISS astronaut missions

Canada soars into space with new moon and ISS astronaut missions

Canada sent its first astronaut to space in 1984. Nearly 40 years later, the Canadian Space Agency is riding a surge of funding, propelling astronauts to the moon and the ISS alongside major space projects.

How Artemis 2 moon astronaut Jeremy Hansen helped find a rare crater on Earth

How Artemis 2 moon astronaut Jeremy Hansen helped find a rare crater on Earth

A surprise crater find in Saskatchewan may pay off big for Artemis 2 astronaut Jeremy Hansen, who was on the expedition. He may see a similar crater type on the moon.

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