New research may have finally solved the long-standing mystery of why Venus lacks a moon, offering fresh insights into the planet’s chaotic orbital history. For decades, planetary scientists have wrestled with a curious cosmic discrepancy: why does...

Mars’s Jezero Crater reveals a complex history of repeated water activity, from ancient groundwater to later heated fluids, reshaping our view of the planet. NASA’s Perseverance rover has uncovered a geological narrative on Mars far more intricate than...

A rare blood moon total lunar eclipse will glow red in the night sky this Sunday, offering a dramatic celestial show for sky-watchers across the globe. Sky enthusiasts in the UK and around the world are preparing for a striking sight this Sunday...

Newly discovered layered deposits on Mars could hold the key to unlocking the secrets of the Red Planet’s ancient, shifting climate history. Striking, coral-like patterns etched into the surface of Mars are offering researchers a fresh perspective on...

A rare rock layer reveals a hidden chapter of Earth’s biggest asteroid impact, shedding new light on the long‑forgotten aftermath. A recent analysis of microscopic marine fossils indicates that the asteroid strike 66 million years ago was the primary...

Saturn reaches opposition on October 4, 2026, providing skywatchers with the year’s clearest and brightest views of the ringed planet. On October 4, 2026, Saturn will reach its most brilliant point in the night sky, a phenomenon known to astronomers as...

New observations of Mars reveal that an unexpected force may be responsible for the planet’s most mysterious and intriguing geological formations. When planetary scientists first identified gully-like structures on the Martian surface over two decades...

New observations of a distant object beyond Neptune reveal an unexpected atmosphere, reshaping theories on which worlds can hold one. A distant, icy body orbiting past Neptune has revealed an unexpected gaseous envelope, a finding that challenges...

Scientists uncover a hidden deep‑earth ecosystem of fungi, worms and tardigrades thriving in the gas‑rich Antrim Shale formation. Researchers have revealed that the deep subsurface of the Antrim Shale harbors a surprisingly diverse community of fungi...

York Space Systems has unveiled a new satellite platform for very low Earth orbit missions, promising faster and higher-resolution space-based sensing. Expanding Surveillance Capabilities in Very Low Earth Orbit York Space Systems has introduced a...

The UN is championing a new map projection to fix long-standing geographic distortions, potentially changing how classrooms and institutions view the Earth. For more than four centuries, the Mercator projection has served as the definitive image of our...

New research reveals how lunar gravity alters water flow, posing significant challenges for future efforts to grow plants on the Moon. Water management on the Moon may present a much steeper engineering challenge than previously anticipated. Recent...

NASA’s revised Artemis strategy tasks SpaceX and Blue Origin with parallel lunar lander development, targeting a crewed Moon landing by 2028. NASA has recalibrated its roadmap for returning humans to the lunar surface, setting a firm target for a...

New geomagnetic storm forecast may light up parts of the US with the aurora this week, giving you a chance to see the northern lights. A modest geomagnetic disturbance generated by solar wind is set to bring the northern lights to portions of the...

Astronomers detect atmosphere on rocky habitable-zone planet for first time, opening new prospects for habitability studies. A team of astronomers has identified a persistent atmosphere surrounding the rocky exoplanet LHS 1140 b, located roughly 48...

As space launch traffic surges, uncontrolled reentries of hardware are becoming an escalating safety concern for populations on Earth. The intensifying pace of global space launches is pushing the limits of our orbital environment, with consequences...

New Hubble observations suggest comet 41P may have slowed down, stopped, and started spinning the opposite way after its close pass by the Sun in 2017. Comets may look calm in telescope images, glowing softly against the dark sky. But in reality, they...

New research suggests Earth’s gravitational pull may have generated internal heat, explaining the Moon’s surprisingly long history of volcanic activity. Deep within the Moon, a localized region may have once acted as a geothermal engine, potentially...

NASA uncovers a hidden comet, previously misidentified as an asteroid for 30 years, after spotting a subtle orbital anomaly. Astronomers have re‑identified a long‑known near‑Earth object as a faint, active comet after more than two decades of tracking....

NASA pushes forward with Moon Base plans as commercial partners develop next‑gen lunar landers and surface tech, accelerating future lunar habitats. NASA’s roadmap for a permanent lunar outpost is now anchored by a quartet of commercial firms tasked...