By Susanne P. Schwenzer, Professor of Planetary Mineralogy at The Open University, UK Earth planning date: Thursday, June 18, 2026 In the area Curiosity is currently exploring, the science team has mapped several areas with different-looking surface texture on the orbital images. If you wanted to have a look yourself at what there is to…
You’re the grillmaster at the annual family 4th of July BBQ and you’re sweating bullets standing over the grill in the sweltering summer heat. You’re trying to stay cool by pressing a cold beer can on your forehead, but to no avail. You can’t go inside because, once again, you’re the grillmaster and need to…
Astronomers using NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope have found something they never expected—ultraviolet light from a galaxy that existed just 1.4 billion years after the Big Bang. That galaxy contains tightly clustered young stars that produce ionizing light capable of transforming the opaque, neutral gas within and immediately around the galaxy, clearing our view. This suggests…
SpaceX just launched its Starfall return capsule for the first time. What does the company plan to do with the new vehicle?
Exploding stars have left their radioactive mark on our planet. Now scientists have found more evidence of a particularly violent event in Earth’s more ancient past. The post Exploding Stars Sprinkled Ancient Earth With Radioactive Iron and Plutonium appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
SETI scientists searched the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS for radio signals that could indicate extraterrestrial technology but found nothing beyond human-made interference. Even so, the rapid-response observations helped confirm the object’s natural origin and showcased how future interstellar visitors can be investigated for signs of intelligent life.
Recent images from the European Mars orbiter reveal a stunning and dynamic landscape, showcasing the Red Planet’s volcanic terrain. These findings enhance our understanding of Mars’ geological history and may reshape future exploration missions.
As fall 2025 unfolds, skywatchers can witness Venus shining brightly as the ‘morning star’. This guide covers optimal viewing times and tips to enjoy the celestial spectacle, making it a perfect moment for stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts alike.
A newly discovered super-Earth may have expelled its atmosphere, raising questions about its potential for habitability. This finding, based on observations from astronomers, could reshape our understanding of atmospheric retention on exoplanets.
Environmental concerns are rising as a new energy project threatens the pristine dark skies above some of the world’s premier astronomy sites. Experts warn that increased light pollution could hinder vital astronomical research and ruin stargazing experiences.