Scientists believe that two asteroids might be fragments of long-lost "planetary embryos" from the early solar system.

When looking at our solar system, the planets going around the sun seem to be set up in a pretty organized fashion. They are ...

Does our Solar System have 9 planets or only 8? Astronomers have gone back and forth on that a lot, with Pluto now being classified as a dwarf planet. However, out beyond Neptune there could be ...

NASAs Perseverance rover has collected a historic rock sample dating back to the Noachian era on Mars. This discovery could ...

As more data is gathered, it will not only provide clearer answers to the forces that shaped our solar system, but also enhance our understanding of the formation, composition, and evolutionary ...

Each planet in our solar system is given a unique, humorous catchphrase that reflects its personality and role. From ...

New research shows that star activity can distort exoplanet measurements, affecting size, temperature, and atmosphere ...

"Our Sun (Sol) is marked by a black hexagon, and its orbital path is indicated by a grey solid line (top row only). Alpha Centauri's location and path are shown by a yellow star and a solid blue line ...

A planet parade is when several of our solar system's planets are visible in the night sky at the same time. There will be six planets visible this time around, including Venus, Mars, Jupiter ...

This provides another piece of the puzzle to understand how planets and ... that could reshape our understanding of the Earth-Moon system and the broader solar system. The ...

The planetary parade in February 2025 will see five bright planets in clear view and a special alignment of Mercury and Saturn ...

one which can offer superb views of the other bodies in the solar system. But which one to choose? We've got you covered with our guide to the best telescopes for seeing planets. Now's a great ...