Why scientists believe Venus could host alien microbial life.

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The search for life isn’t limited to distant exoplanets—some of the most promising candidates may be right here in our own solar system. Ancient Mars, the vast subsurface oceans of Europa and ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Six planets are linking up in the sky at the end of February, and most will be visible to the naked eye. It’s what’s known as a planetary parade, which happens when multiple planets ...

Hundreds of people who love the little planet that was dissed, gather every year in the Arizona town where Pluto was discovered. They celebrate scientific discovery, history and our solar system’s ...

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An intriguing religious issue is raised by an odd space-age colloquy in mid-February between Barack Obama and Donald Trump. Out of the blue, political podcaster Brian Tyler Cohen asked Obama, “Are ...

Venus and Saturn are due up for a visually striking event known as a planetary conjunction. Here's everything to know about when and how to see it.

Venus and Saturn are due for a visually striking event known as a planetary conjunction this weekend in time with daylight saving.