Mars
Water on Mars? Scientists discover 'bathtub ring' which may reveal contours of ancient ocean
Like Earth and the solar system's other planets, Mars formed roughly 4.5 billion years ago. Early in its history, Mars was warmer and wetter than the cold and arid place it is today.
Artemis II astronauts return to Earth after historic crewed mission to the Moon
NASA charts course to a permanent lunar outpost and a nuclear‑propelled Mars vehicle
NASA rover detects electrical discharges - 'mini-lightning' - on Mars
The race to Mars: NASA’s mission that could change the game
NASA’s ESCAPADE mission seeks to reveal why Mars lost its atmosphere and water, launching after years of delays and challenges. Scientists hope it will shed light on the planet’s past.
Israeli desert microorganisms survive harsh climate, offer clues to life on Mars
The findings may redefine the known boundaries of life on Earth and offer a model for what microbial life might look like on Mars or other arid planets.
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New Evidence Suggests Ancient Microbial Life Existed on Mars
Perseverance found vivianite and greigite in 'leopard spots' at Cheyava Falls; officials say only an Earth return can confirm if these potential biosignatures are biological.
Life on Mars? NASA rover finds potential sign of ancient alien life in Martian rocks
The discovery in Jezero Crater represents one of the best pieces of evidence to date about the possibility that Earth's planetary neighbor once harbored life.
Mars’ Newest Wonder: Coral‑Style Formation That Has Virtual Botanists Buzzing
“Curiosity has discovered many small structures like this one, formed billions of years ago, when water was still liquid on Mars,” NASA said.
Chunk of Mars sells for $5.3 million at New York auction
NWA 16788 was discovered in Niger in Novermber 2023 and is approximately 70% larger than the next biggest piece of Mars ever found on Earth, according to Sotheby’s.
The image that forced NASA to clarify: There are no trees on Mars
A single photo that resurfaced sparked an online storm: Dark streaks resembling trees on the surface of Mars turned out to be an extraordinary natural phenomenon.
Largest Mars meteorite sells for $5.3 million at Sotheby's auction
The 25-kilogram rock represents about 7% of all Martian material currently on Earth.
NASA discovers evidence of Mars' ancient CO2-rich atmosphere in Gale Crater
Discovery suggests Mars once had a CO2-rich atmosphere and conditions suitable for life.
