How Deforestation in Brazil is Affecting Local Climate
Satellites are giving scientists a bird's eye view of deforestation in the Brazilian rainforest, and the impact this is happening…
Opportunity Checks the Edge of the Crater
Opportunity has been gingerly testing the edge of Endurance Crater to make sure it's stable enough for the rover to…
Early Earth was Warm, Despite Less Energy From the Sun
When life first arose on the Earth, 4.6 billion years ago, the Sun was putting out 20-25% less energy -…
Opportunity’s Exit Strategy
NASA's Opportunity rover is continuing to circle the rocky rim of Endurance Crater, searching for the right place to try…
Venus Returns, Right on Schedule
Sky watchers from around the globe had the opportunity to witness a rare transit of Venus across the surface of…
Resources for the Venus Transit
If you're lucky, you've got a front row view of Venus as it transits across the face of the Sun.…
Gas Clouds in the Whirlpool Galaxy
Astronomers studying the famous Whirlpool Galaxy (M51) have discovered important clues which support theories of how spiral arms can last…
Cassini’s Orbital Entry Spot
The "X" on this image of Saturn indicates the spot where Cassini will cross the ring plane when it goes…
Transit of Venus Starts Soon
We're just hours away from the first transit of Venus across the surface of the Sun since 1882. Sky watchers…
Opportunity Will Enter the Crater
NASA has given Opportunity the "thumbs up" to drive into Endurance crater; even though it might not be able to…