Mercury, the closest planet to the sun, is only slightly larger than Earth's moon and is pockmarked with craters. The planet is visible to the unaided eye and as such as has long been known to humans.

Mercury is the innermost and smallest of the eight major planets in our Solar System, orbiting closest to the Sun. Though only slightly larger than Earth’s Moon, Mercury endures some of the most ...

We have just entered a very favorable period for observing the so-called "elusive" planet Mercury. From now, until about May 13, you should be able to find it with not much difficulty. But how well do ...

Mercury is the closest planet to the sun, and you would be forgiven for thinking it’s just a boring lump of rock. After all, there’s nothing interesting on it like aliens or places to drink. Still, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. The Universe is out there, waiting for you to discover it. 1.) Over 3 billion people could experience it. Wherever the Sun is ...

NASA's Messenger probe is set to make history tomorrow night (March 17), when — if all goes well — it will become the first spacecraft ever to enter into orbit around the planet Mercury. Messenger ...

Do not sign contracts. Do not buy electronics, or anything with moving parts or gears. Do not be surprised if the mail is screwed up, or something goes awry when you’re in transit. And be mindful: You ...

This story originally appeared on Mental Floss. On September 5, 1946, the man who would become known as Freddie Mercury was born. Here are some things you might not have known about the Queen frontman ...