Since January 1, 2025, 70 volcanic eruptions have been recorded worldwide — from explosive ash columns to relentless lava flows, both on land and beneath the oceans. Tracked by the Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program, this level of activity is above average, with many eruptions concentrated along the Pacific Ring of Fire, but also appearing in Iceland, the Mediterranean, Africa, and remote island chains. Some eruptions made headlines. Many didn’t. All of them are part of Earth relea

Timelapse of Philippines volcano eruption, as more than 40,000 local residents are forced to leave the area. | BBC Science News

Here is a demonstration of that classic science experiment we all know and love! Whether you first saw it watching a TV show or you were able to catch a glimpse in a school science fair, we are all familiar with the erupting volcano experiment. It is such a classic and a great one to support teaching in chemical reactions. Now we show you just how you can do it yourself, in the comfort of your own home and with recycled materials. This is perfect for keeping children of all ages engaged for hour