Neither of NASA’s two Mars-based rovers nor the Reconnaissance Orbiter has sent back any especially compelling photos of the Red Planet lately, thanks to a “planet-encircling” dust storm that’s made ...

A big sand dune blazes in an electric blue on the Red Planet in a gorgeous photo by NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO). The large, complex dune is embedded within a field of classic, ...

Coligny Beach on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, is known for its white sand and blue waters. Beachgoers should be mindful of limited lifeguard hours and potential jellyfish. Every summer, ...

Whether it’s white, black, pink, red, or even green, the color of sand provides clues as to its makeup and offers a peek into the beach’s history. The color of sand can tell stories of past human ...