Lights of Human Activity Shine in NASA's Image of Earth at NightsteemCreated with Sketch.

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NASA scientists have just released the first new global map of Earth at night since 2012. This nighttime look at our home planet, dubbed the Black Marble, provides researchers with a unique perspective of human activities around the globe. By studying Earth at night, researchers can investigate how cities expand, monitor light intensity to estimate energy use and economic activity, and aid in disaster response.

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Superb. The stark difference between North and South Korea on the map is incredible.

LOL but the difference between eastern and mid-west USA is almost as stark.

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