Scientists may have solved mystery of Venus' lost water
Venus is thought to have once had a lot of water, though how the water escaped from its atmosphere has puzzled scientists.
Venus is leaking carbon and oxygen—and scientists don't know why
"This is the first time that positively charged carbon ions have been observed escaping from Venus' atmosphere," researcher Lina Hadid said.
Look up this month as Mars and Venus appear to come together
Mars and Venus will appear to merge in the night sky, though unfortunately, this won't be visible from much of the U.S.
"Breathtaking" video of moon and Venus moving across sky stuns internet
Social media users were blown away by the "magical" lunar sighting captured in the latest viral clip.
Life on Venus may be possible in acidic clouds, claim scientists
"This paper shows (by experiment) that amino acids (essential for life as we know it) can be stable in such conditions," expert David Rothery told Newsweek.
Never-before seen arc of plasma uncovered in astronomy photography awards
Winners of the competition captured brand new discoveries out in the depths of space, as well as beautiful images of our solar system neighbors.
OceanGate founder wants to send people to Venus: 'Eureka!'
Guillermo Söhnlein believes humans could be living on Venus by 2050.
Watch as all the planets in the solar system align
The planetary parade will likely only be visible until December 31 as Mercury rapidly fades.
Three giant asteroids will have close encounter with Earth on Christmas Day
The three asteroids range in size, between that of a Boeing-777 and of a 50-story building.
All the planets in the solar system have aligned
Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn can be seen with the naked eye, while Uranus and Neptune can be observed with binoculars or a telescope.
Asteroid the size of One World Trade Center set for close shave with Earth
The asteroid is due to pass the Earth on November 1 at around six times the distance between the Earth and the Moon.
'What on Earth Is That?' Super Bright Object Spotted Moving Toward the Sun
A highly illuminated Venus has been spotted in the glare of the sun, appearing as a ghostly white light in solar images.
Fact Check: Does Viral Post Really Show 'Clearest Image of Venus'?
An image of the surface of Venus has gone viral on Reddit, but the image is not entirely as it appears.
What Time Will the Planets Align in June? When to See Rare Phenomenon
In June, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn will all be visible in the sky in the same order as they orbit the sun—for the first time in 18 years.
Why Rare Planet Alignment Is 'Extra Special' Solar Event
The five planets, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn—will all be visible at once throughout the month of June in the same order as they orbit the sun.
How To Watch 'Cosmic Kiss' of Venus and Jupiter in the Sky This Weekend
The two bright planets will be visible to the naked eye when nestled close together. A live stream is also planned.
From Birds on Venus to Swimming Robots, NASA Unveils Mind-Blowing Projects
NASA has selected new early-stage projects that "expand the scope of the possible," including projectiles capable of pummeling Earth-threatening asteroids.
Beautiful Photos Show Venus Shining Above the Moon
The hellishly hot cloudy planet is slowly making its way toward the horizon this month, shining brightly as it does so.
NASA Probe, Fastest Object Built by Humans, Passes Sun at 364,621 mph
On its 10th flyby of the sun, the Parker Solar Probe hit record speeds that would see it get from New York to London in just over half a minute.
Amazing Photos Show Moon, Saturn, Venus, Jupiter Lining Up in the Sky
Stargazers are also being treated to the sight of the moon approaching and then bypassing each of the three planets this week.
Scientists Discover the Secrets of Earth and Venus' Violent Youths
In a new model—known as the "hit, run and return" scenario—smaller bodies repeatedly hit Earth and Venus during their formation.
Amazing NASA Video Shows Venus Glowing as Orbiter Zips Past
The Solar Orbiter spacecraft, jointly operated with the European Space Agency, passed within 4,967 miles of the planet's surface on August 9.
Mars Venus Conjunction Explained As Photos Show Planets Cosying up in Sky
Conjunctions are a pretty sight for sky watchers, with the last one between the two planets taking place around two years ago.
NASA's Past Venus Missions Explained Ahead of Its First Probes Since 1989
Venus is Earth's closest neighbour, but the surface conditions on the second planet from the sun are hellish.
NASA Announces Two Missions to Planet Venus to Map Out Surface, Atmosphere
For the first time in over 30 years, NASA will be sending missions DAVINCI+ and VERITAS to Venus, an expedition expected to launch in the late 2020s.
8 Incredible Scientific Discoveries in 2020
This was a bumper year for breakthroughs in every scientific field, including astronomy and physics.
Sign of Alien Life May Have Been Found in the Clouds of Venus
Researchers who have observed the planet using the James Clerk Maxwell Telescope (JCMT) in Hawaii, believe there is evidence to suggest alien life may exist on Venus.
Enormous Volcanoes on Venus May Still Be Active
This is clear evidence that the interior of Venus is currently churning," said researcher Laurent Montési.
How to see Five Planets and the Moon In the Night Sky This Weekend
If you want to see the spectacle, you will need to head outside around an hour before sunrise on Sunday.
NASA to Evaluate 4 Potential Missions Exploring Solar System's Mysteries
"These selected missions have the potential to transform our understanding of some of the solar system's most active and complex worlds," NASA's Thomas Zurbuchen said.