Scientists say small changes in the way the Earth orbits the sun hold the key in major global changes in climate, like ice ages.

Scientists have determined exactly how Earth's orbit and tilt affect glaciation and deglaciation, based on the length of these parameters' cycles and clues hidden at the bottom of the ocean.

Earth emerged from the last ice age around 11,700 years ago. A new analysis suggests the next one could be expected in 10,000 years’ time.

Earth’s climate follows a natural cycle of ice ages and warm periods. A new study shows that small orbital changes drive these shifts.

The Earth's next ice age is expected to begin in about 11,000 years -- unless human-caused global warming disrupts natural cycles.

Changes in Earth’s orbit drive long-term glacial cycles, but a new forecast suggests this ancient pattern is being disrupted for tens of thousands of years due to human-induced global warming

Over 700 million years ago, Earth experienced a dramatic climate event known as the Sturtian glaciation, one of the most extreme ice ages in history. During this period, the planet was encased in ice from pole to equator,

Carbon emissions probably canceled Earth’s next icy climate appointment, expected to occur in 10,000 years In a nutshell Earth naturally cycles between ice ages and warm periods based on three astronomical cycles: precession (Earth’s wobble),

For many millions of years, our planet has experienced glacial periods followed by warmer periods. A crucial role in these changes might come from the orbital motion of our planet. By studying how our planet moves and wobbles,