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NASA Mars satellite uncovers markings 'like paint dripping down a wall' on Martian surfaceWave-like soil patterns on the Martian surface match those found in Earth's cold, mountain regions, which could help scientists better understand the Red Planet's climate history and search for signs of life.
By Patrick Pester Published
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Do other planets have seasons?Earth has four seasons, but do other planets in our solar system also have hot summer days and cold winter nights?
By Alice Sun Published
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Planet Nine candidate detected deep in our solar systemResearchers have found a candidate for the hypothetical Planet Nine, which could be an undiscovered giant planet way out in our solar system. However, as with all ninth planet research, the new findings were met with some skepticism.
By Patrick Pester Published
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Jupiter: Facts about the biggest planet in our solar systemDiscover interesting facts about Jupiter, its many moons, and whether the gas giant and its moons could host extraterrestrial life
By Adam Mann Last updated
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Mars: Facts about the Red Planet, its moons, and possibilities for lifeDiscover interesting facts about Mars, its moons, its atmosphere, and the possibilities of life.
By Adam Mann Last updated
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4 tiny, Earth-like planets found circling 2nd-closest star system to us — and could be visited by future human generationsA quartet of small, rocky exoplanets likely circle Barnard's Star, around 6 light-years from Earth, putting them in contention as targets of missions for future human generations.
By Harry Baker Published
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The 'blood moon' total lunar eclipse is visible in North America tonight — here's how to see itThe full moon rises tonight. Here's everything you need to know about how to see the first "blood moon" total lunar eclipse since 2022, and the only one visible from North America this year.
By Jamie Carter Last updated
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Earth: Facts about the Blue PlanetDiscover interesting facts about how Earth formed, what it's made of and more.
By Marilyn Perkins Last updated
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'Planet parade' photo captures 7 planets in a line over Earth — possibly for the 1st time everA stunning photo of a "parade of planets", shows Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Saturn, Venus, Neptune, and Mercury in alignment from Earth. The image could be the first of its kind.
By Ben Turner Published
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