Terrain

TBN Israel has published an exclusive report from inside 'Little Gaza', an Israeli military training area built to simulate Gaza Strip urban terrain, showing IDF troops preparing for a possible next war with Hamas. The footage offers a rare look at preparation for urban combat amid ongoing tensions between Israel and Hamas following the 2023-2024 conflict.

Following the Trump administration's decision to open Bears Ears National Monument land in Utah to business activity, prospectors have moved in to stake claims in the area. Reporting by Grist highlights how the reduced protections have attracted mining and extraction interests to terrain previously safeguarded as a national monument, raising concerns among conservationists and Indigenous groups.

NASA scientists are mapping vast valleys buried beneath the Greenland ice sheet, revealing dramatic hidden landscapes that were shaped before ice covered the island. The research helps scientists understand how the bedrock terrain influences ice flow and could improve predictions of how the ice sheet will respond to climate change and contribute to global sea-level rise.

A new documentary follows an ageing search-and-rescue volunteer, one of the 'Desert Angels', who risks his life scouring the harsh terrain along the US-Mexico border for people who have gone missing during crossing attempts. The film highlights the human toll of migration routes and the unpaid groups who comb the desert looking for survivors and remains when authorities do not.

Israeli forces fired flares over Al-Mansouri in southern Lebanon, according to reports circulating online. The incident fits a pattern of near-daily Israeli fire across the border area amid ongoing tensions tied to the Gaza war and exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah. Flares are typically used to illuminate terrain during night patrols or operations near the boundary.

France have beaten Belgium 1-0 in a tense football encounter, with Belgium creating pressure for long spells but failing to convert. Michael Olise settled the match with a fine goal in the 88th minute, breaking Belgian resistance late on. The result has fans debating whether France were deserved winners or fortunate to leave with all three points.

A former professional triathlete who lives near Venice Beach has offered a detailed breakdown of the planned triathlon course for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, calling the layout "opportunistic." The analysis is drawing attention from triathlon fans and locals curious about how the course will use iconic beachfront terrain and what it could mean for racing tactics in 2028.

NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 28, 2026 features unusual deposits on Mars that resemble coral reefs. The formations are not biological; scientists believe they were shaped by ancient water or wind processes, and studying them offers clues about how the planet's climate and surface changed over billions of years.

A wildfire on Čvrsnica mountain in Bosnia and Herzegovina has still not been fully brought under control. Firefighters are continuing to tackle accessible hotspots, but the difficult, inaccessible terrain is hampering their efforts and the fire remains a threat. Crews are working tirelessly to contain the blaze.

A newly published book argues that the cultural divide between Vermont and New Hampshire — the so-called Twin States — has roots in the physical land itself, tying differences in politics and community life to differences in soil and terrain. The work has drawn attention in regional outlets, with readers interested in a geological explanation for long-observed contrasts between the two neighbours.

A large landslide has come crashing down a mountainside in Uttarakhand, northern India, captured in dramatic footage showing rock and debris sweeping down the slope. The video has drawn widespread attention online, with viewers expressing concern over the scale of the collapse and the vulnerability of Himalayan terrain during the monsoon season.

Yemen's internationally recognised government forces have managed to contain Houthi advances along the Red Sea coast, according to an Al Jazeera report. Despite earlier territorial losses, air strikes and difficult terrain have prevented the Houthis from converting their coastal gains into a broader breakthrough, leaving the front lines largely stabilised amid the ongoing conflict.

Researchers are working to identify the combination of factors, or 'recipe', behind recent landslides near Klukwan in southeast Alaska. The effort aims to understand what triggered the slope failures and to improve future risk assessment for the small Chilkat Valley community, which sits in steep, geologically active terrain prone to such events.

Amazon has cut the price of the Mammotion Luba Mini 2 AWD robot lawn mower to $1,699, a $300 discount. The all-wheel-drive model is aimed at homeowners wanting automated, wire-free lawn care on uneven terrain. Shoppers tracking robotics deals are flagging it as a solid discount for the premium mower category.

New imagery from NASA's Mars Science Laboratory mission, taken on sol (Martian day) 5021 of the Curiosity rover's mission, has been shared online in highly detailed panorama format. The images, credited to NASA/JPL-Caltech/MSSS, are available through Gigapan and GIGAmacro viewers that let people zoom into fine surface detail. Space enthusiasts are sharing and exploring the views of the Martian terrain.

New imagery from NASA's Curiosity rover, taken on Martian sol 5014 with its Mast Camera, is being circulated among space enthusiasts. The images, credited to NASA/JPL-Caltech/MSSS, have been processed into high-resolution Gigapan and GIGAmacro viewers, letting people zoom into the Martian surface in fine detail and examine the terrain around the rover's current location.

NASA scientists are conducting fieldwork in Scotland to study terrain that resembles conditions on Mars, searching for clues about the Red Planet's past. By examining ancient rock formations and landscapes in Scotland, researchers hope to better understand Mars' geological history and the possibility it once hosted habitable environments. The work is part of NASA's ongoing effort to prepare for future Mars exploration and interpret data from rovers and orbiters.

Terrain art, an artistic practice that draws on landscape and landforms, is being highlighted in arts coverage this week. The item appears on KXLY's news site, placing the land-based art form in front of a broader audience. Details beyond the headline are limited, so the specific exhibition, artist or project involved is not yet known.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces say they have used an amphibious ground robot to deliver military logistics for the first time, with the unmanned vehicle covering a distance of more than 40 kilometers. The mission reportedly demonstrated the ability to move supplies across difficult terrain without exposing drivers to Russian fire. Ukrainian outlets are highlighting the deployment as another step in the rapid adoption of unmanned systems for battlefield logistics.

Ukraine's 93rd Mechanized Brigade has carried out its first amphibious robotic resupply mission, running a ground robot more than 25 miles across mixed terrain to deliver supplies to frontline positions. The operation is being cited as an example of how unmanned systems are replacing human drivers on dangerous logistics routes under fire.

Engineers have developed a robot that uses an internal pump to shift its weight, allowing it to move across both land and water. The pumping system redistributes mass inside the machine, adjusting its balance and buoyancy as it switches between terrains. The design could inform future amphibious robots for exploration, inspection or rescue work in environments where solid ground and open water meet.