The Spirit rover landed on Mars on Jan. 4, 2004. Like its twin, Opportunity, Spirit was assigned an initial mission of only ...

In 2025, astronomers revealed nearby exoplanets, a rare interstellar comet, possible biosignatures on Mars, and an ...

The latest data from NASA’s robotic explorers on Mars has revealed a signal that does not fit neatly into any category ...

On Jan. 6, when Saturn passes closest to the south-southeast of 20 Psc, it is equidistant from 20 and 24 Psc, 0.9° from each.

Astronomy magazine encourages readers to observe a conjunction of a crescent Moon and Mars on August 26th. The observation is recommended to begin approximately 30 minutes post-sunset. Binoculars are ...

From new exoplanetary neighbors and a weakening dark energy to the best evidence for life on Mars and an interstellar comet ...

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Illustration of the planet Mars covered in water in the past, when its atmosphere was thicker and warmer. Now scientists may have found an unground reservoir. Is there water on Mars? Scientists using ...

On the evening of Jan. 13, there will be a very special kind of eclipse of the planet Mars by the Moon. This type of eclipse is called an occultation, which occurs when the Moon or other celestial ...

Mars is the 4th planet from the Sun and the one that has most intrigued humanity over the years. It was named after the god of war because its reddish soil gives the planet a scarlet hue in the night ...

A triple dose of celestial wonder is in the stars this week as Jupiter, Mars and the moon line up for a rare captivating display in the night sky. Called a triple conjunction, this astronomical feat ...