Earth at Night: A Global View of City Lights: A globe of Earth at night, with city lights illuminating various regions. The blue hue of the oceans and continents contrasts with the yellow glow of urban areas. The majority of cities in North America, Europe, Africa, Australia, and parts of Asia are visible, indicating that these regions have significant populations and infrastructure. However, some countries or territories may be missing due to their smaller size or lack of development. Overall, the image provides a visual representation of human activity and population distribution around the world.