NASA Spacecraft Whipping Around Mars to Slingshot Itself Toward Jupiter's Mysterious MoonNASA's Europa Clipper uses Mars' gravity to aid its journey to explore Europa, assessing its potential for life.
NASA collected Mars rocks to haul to Earth. It still doesn't know how.NASA is exploring dual paths for the Mars Sample Return mission to address cost and timeline issues.
NASA Prepares Europa Clipper Launch to Study an Ocean Moon's HabitabilityNASA's Europa Clipper mission aims to investigate the potential for life on Jupiter's moon Europa.
China launches first long-term space exploration planChina aims to find habitable planets and explore the universe as part of its long-term space exploration plan until 2050.
How NASA's Europa Clipper helps the hunt for alien lifeThe search for alien life utilizes SETI signals, exoplanet studies, and an often overlooked focus on local solar system worlds.NASA's Europa Clipper mission targets icy bodies in the solar system for potential signs of life.
NASA Scientists Startled When Mars Rover Finds Rock With StripesNASA's Perseverance rover discovered a unique zebra-striped rock on Mars, potentially formed by igneous or metamorphic processes, expanding our understanding of the planet's geology.
NASA Spacecraft Whipping Around Mars to Slingshot Itself Toward Jupiter's Mysterious MoonNASA's Europa Clipper uses Mars' gravity to aid its journey to explore Europa, assessing its potential for life.
NASA collected Mars rocks to haul to Earth. It still doesn't know how.NASA is exploring dual paths for the Mars Sample Return mission to address cost and timeline issues.
NASA Prepares Europa Clipper Launch to Study an Ocean Moon's HabitabilityNASA's Europa Clipper mission aims to investigate the potential for life on Jupiter's moon Europa.
China launches first long-term space exploration planChina aims to find habitable planets and explore the universe as part of its long-term space exploration plan until 2050.
How NASA's Europa Clipper helps the hunt for alien lifeThe search for alien life utilizes SETI signals, exoplanet studies, and an often overlooked focus on local solar system worlds.NASA's Europa Clipper mission targets icy bodies in the solar system for potential signs of life.
NASA Scientists Startled When Mars Rover Finds Rock With StripesNASA's Perseverance rover discovered a unique zebra-striped rock on Mars, potentially formed by igneous or metamorphic processes, expanding our understanding of the planet's geology.
How Would Aliens Know We're Here?The potential for life on exoplanets in our galaxy is substantial, with billions of planets possibly capable of supporting life.
Scientists finally reveal the truth behind the famous 'WOW!' signalThe WOW! signal, once thought to be of alien origin, is now believed to have a natural explanation involving a microwave laser striking Earth.
Asteroid Bigger than the Dino-Killer Knocked the Solar System's Largest Moon SidewaysA massive impact event on Ganymede suggests its significant vulnerability and potential for life.
Cornell Astronomer Says James Webb Could Detect Alien Life in 2025The James Webb Space Telescope could be key to discovering extraterrestrial life, especially around the TRAPPIST-1 star system.
Scientists Say They've Figured Out a Way to Intercept Alien Radio SignalsAstronomers have developed a new method to search for extraterrestrial life using smaller bandwidth radio signals, testing it on the TRAPPIST-1 system.
Scientists Seeking Life on Mars Heard a Signal That Hinted at the FutureThe 1924 opposition of Mars sparked widespread fascination and serious scientific efforts to explore the possibility of extraterrestrial life.
How Would Aliens Know We're Here?The potential for life on exoplanets in our galaxy is substantial, with billions of planets possibly capable of supporting life.
Scientists finally reveal the truth behind the famous 'WOW!' signalThe WOW! signal, once thought to be of alien origin, is now believed to have a natural explanation involving a microwave laser striking Earth.
Asteroid Bigger than the Dino-Killer Knocked the Solar System's Largest Moon SidewaysA massive impact event on Ganymede suggests its significant vulnerability and potential for life.
Cornell Astronomer Says James Webb Could Detect Alien Life in 2025The James Webb Space Telescope could be key to discovering extraterrestrial life, especially around the TRAPPIST-1 star system.
Scientists Say They've Figured Out a Way to Intercept Alien Radio SignalsAstronomers have developed a new method to search for extraterrestrial life using smaller bandwidth radio signals, testing it on the TRAPPIST-1 system.
Scientists Seeking Life on Mars Heard a Signal That Hinted at the FutureThe 1924 opposition of Mars sparked widespread fascination and serious scientific efforts to explore the possibility of extraterrestrial life.
If Life on Mars Ever Existed, This Bizarre Rock May Tell UsMars may harbor signs of ancient life, but findings require caution and further exploration for confirmation.
Scientists find 'weird' origin of signal that traveled through spaceA newly observed fast radio burst (FRB) originated from a unique cluster of galaxies, challenging previous astrophysical models.
NASA launches mission to explore the frozen frontier of Jupiter's moon EuropaNASA's Europa Clipper aims to investigate Europa's potential for current extraterrestrial life.The mission represents a significant step in planetary exploration to uncover potential habitable conditions.
Ancient Asteroid Sample Reveals Life's Surprisingly Common Extraterrestrial IngredientsBennu asteroid samples reveal crucial insights into the building blocks of life from early solar system.
NASA Wants to Explore the Icy Moons of Jupiter and Saturn With Autonomous RobotsEuropa's internal ocean, generated by tidal heating, contains more water than all of Earth's oceans combined, making it a prime candidate in the search for extraterrestrial life.
NASA finds building blocks for life in the Bennu asteroid sampleBennu asteroid sample includes amino acids and indicates conditions suitable for life's emergence were widespread in the early solar system.
If Life on Mars Ever Existed, This Bizarre Rock May Tell UsMars may harbor signs of ancient life, but findings require caution and further exploration for confirmation.
Scientists find 'weird' origin of signal that traveled through spaceA newly observed fast radio burst (FRB) originated from a unique cluster of galaxies, challenging previous astrophysical models.
NASA launches mission to explore the frozen frontier of Jupiter's moon EuropaNASA's Europa Clipper aims to investigate Europa's potential for current extraterrestrial life.The mission represents a significant step in planetary exploration to uncover potential habitable conditions.
Ancient Asteroid Sample Reveals Life's Surprisingly Common Extraterrestrial IngredientsBennu asteroid samples reveal crucial insights into the building blocks of life from early solar system.
NASA Wants to Explore the Icy Moons of Jupiter and Saturn With Autonomous RobotsEuropa's internal ocean, generated by tidal heating, contains more water than all of Earth's oceans combined, making it a prime candidate in the search for extraterrestrial life.
NASA finds building blocks for life in the Bennu asteroid sampleBennu asteroid sample includes amino acids and indicates conditions suitable for life's emergence were widespread in the early solar system.
Alien life is on Earth, explosive new doc claims: '80 years of lies and deception'The documentary "The Age of Disclosure" suggests UAPs may indicate extraterrestrial life on Earth and calls government secrecy a national security threat.
80 years of lies and deception': is this film proof of alien life on Earth?The documentary 'The Age of Disclosure' claims the US government has hidden evidence of extraterrestrial life, sparking both intrigue and skepticism.
Opinion: When Jimmy Carter and I spoke about UFOsJimmy Carter suggested that UFOs are unidentified phenomena rather than extraterrestrial life, emphasizing the lack of substantial evidence for alien civilizations.
Ex-Pentagon spy claims US has 'occupants' from UFO crash retrievalsThe U.S. has recovered alien vehicles and biological specimens, according to former Pentagon official Luis Elizondo.
Ask Ethan: Could we determine if UAPs/UFOs are aliens?Scientific evaluation of UAP sightings is necessary to determine their nature and potential extraterrestrial explanations.
Terrifying link between UFOs and NUKES laid bareUFOs have been frequently observed near nuclear sites, suggesting potential reconnaissance for an invasion or other complex motives rather than peaceful intentions.
Alien life is on Earth, explosive new doc claims: '80 years of lies and deception'The documentary "The Age of Disclosure" suggests UAPs may indicate extraterrestrial life on Earth and calls government secrecy a national security threat.
80 years of lies and deception': is this film proof of alien life on Earth?The documentary 'The Age of Disclosure' claims the US government has hidden evidence of extraterrestrial life, sparking both intrigue and skepticism.
Opinion: When Jimmy Carter and I spoke about UFOsJimmy Carter suggested that UFOs are unidentified phenomena rather than extraterrestrial life, emphasizing the lack of substantial evidence for alien civilizations.
Ex-Pentagon spy claims US has 'occupants' from UFO crash retrievalsThe U.S. has recovered alien vehicles and biological specimens, according to former Pentagon official Luis Elizondo.
Ask Ethan: Could we determine if UAPs/UFOs are aliens?Scientific evaluation of UAP sightings is necessary to determine their nature and potential extraterrestrial explanations.
Terrifying link between UFOs and NUKES laid bareUFOs have been frequently observed near nuclear sites, suggesting potential reconnaissance for an invasion or other complex motives rather than peaceful intentions.
Extraterrestrial life may look nothing like life on Earth so astrobiologists are coming up with a framework to study how complex systems evolveThe search for extraterrestrial life challenges scientists to define what life is, complicating efforts to identify it beyond Earth.
These Alien Worlds Discovered by NASA Could Harbor LifeHumanity's expansion into the galaxy may soon focus on planets likely harboring extraterrestrial life, such as Proxima Centauri b and others.
New model calculates chances of aliens hiding in our universeThe chance of intelligent life in the universe is lower than public perception, with new research estimating it at 27% outside our galaxy.
How the Search for Aliens Is Redefining Life in the Golden Age of AstrobiologyThe quest to understand life drives astrobiologists to balance biology with environmental factors, reflecting on humanity's impact on Earth.
Scientists Simulate Alien Civilizations, Find They Keep Dying From Climate ChangeAdvanced civilizations may not survive due to climate change resulting from energy consumption, echoing Earth's struggles.This research provides insight into the Fermi paradox regarding the absence of detected extraterrestrial life.
A promising (and surprisingly simple) way to detect alien lifeNew methods are essential for distinguishing viable life forms from non-living materials in astrobiological studies.Microbial motility offers a promising approach for detecting extraterrestrial life in harsh environments.
Extraterrestrial life may look nothing like life on Earth so astrobiologists are coming up with a framework to study how complex systems evolveThe search for extraterrestrial life challenges scientists to define what life is, complicating efforts to identify it beyond Earth.
These Alien Worlds Discovered by NASA Could Harbor LifeHumanity's expansion into the galaxy may soon focus on planets likely harboring extraterrestrial life, such as Proxima Centauri b and others.
New model calculates chances of aliens hiding in our universeThe chance of intelligent life in the universe is lower than public perception, with new research estimating it at 27% outside our galaxy.
How the Search for Aliens Is Redefining Life in the Golden Age of AstrobiologyThe quest to understand life drives astrobiologists to balance biology with environmental factors, reflecting on humanity's impact on Earth.
Scientists Simulate Alien Civilizations, Find They Keep Dying From Climate ChangeAdvanced civilizations may not survive due to climate change resulting from energy consumption, echoing Earth's struggles.This research provides insight into the Fermi paradox regarding the absence of detected extraterrestrial life.
A promising (and surprisingly simple) way to detect alien lifeNew methods are essential for distinguishing viable life forms from non-living materials in astrobiological studies.Microbial motility offers a promising approach for detecting extraterrestrial life in harsh environments.
What UFO-believing congresswoman's cryptic message could meanCongresswoman Luna hints at a significant UAP announcement that could reveal government insights on non-human extraterrestrial life.
How Did Microbes Contaminate a Pristine Asteroid Sample?The discovery initially thought to be alien life turned out to be earthly contaminants from rigorous sample handling procedures.
What lies beneath Europa's icy surface? Perhaps a heart of metalJupiter's moon Europa may harbor life in a subsurface ocean beneath its icy crust, with a small metallic core offering clues about this ocean.
How Did Microbes Contaminate a Pristine Asteroid Sample?The discovery initially thought to be alien life turned out to be earthly contaminants from rigorous sample handling procedures.
What lies beneath Europa's icy surface? Perhaps a heart of metalJupiter's moon Europa may harbor life in a subsurface ocean beneath its icy crust, with a small metallic core offering clues about this ocean.
Jimmy Carter once saw a UFO - but had this to say about aliens on EarthJimmy Carter, at 100, remained candid about his 1969 UFO sighting, but maintained skepticism about extraterrestrial origins.
Joe Rogan convinced that Trump knows something' about UFOs but won't say whatThe Independent champions accessible journalism that informs on critical issues without paywalls, emphasizing transparency and diverse viewpoints in coverage.
Mars rover makes epic climb to explore some of the oldest rocks in the Solar SystemPerseverance rover explores ancient Martian rocks on Jezero Crater's rim, seeking evidence of extraterrestrial life.NASA aims to return Martian samples to Earth for comprehensive analysis of potential life signs.
Uranus' MOON could harbour extraterrestrials, scientists sayExtraterrestrial life may be possible on Uranus' moon Miranda due to evidence of an ancient ocean beneath its icy surface.
Mars rover makes epic climb to explore some of the oldest rocks in the Solar SystemPerseverance rover explores ancient Martian rocks on Jezero Crater's rim, seeking evidence of extraterrestrial life.NASA aims to return Martian samples to Earth for comprehensive analysis of potential life signs.
Uranus' MOON could harbour extraterrestrials, scientists sayExtraterrestrial life may be possible on Uranus' moon Miranda due to evidence of an ancient ocean beneath its icy surface.
New UFO hearings continue an "endless loop" of sensationThe author emphasizes the need for transparent and scientific investigation into UAPs, rather than sensational claims or stories.
James Webb Turns to Examine Planet Showing Potential Sign of LifeThe James Webb Space Telescope has identified potential signs of life on exoplanet K2-18b through the detection of dimethyl sulfide gas, exclusive to lifeforms on Earth.
Two essential questions about life in the UniverseThe book 'Is Earth Exceptional' explores the origins of life on Earth and the search for extraterrestrial life using scientific exploration and probability.
James Webb Turns to Examine Planet Showing Potential Sign of LifeThe James Webb Space Telescope has identified potential signs of life on exoplanet K2-18b through the detection of dimethyl sulfide gas, exclusive to lifeforms on Earth.
Two essential questions about life in the UniverseThe book 'Is Earth Exceptional' explores the origins of life on Earth and the search for extraterrestrial life using scientific exploration and probability.
This is What Game Theory Tells Us About Messaging AliensExcessive communication with aliens may jeopardize human safety; a more cautious approach could foster cooperation rather than confrontation.
If aliens visit Earth, let's hope they've overcome their savage pastContact with an alien civilization may not be benign; history shows that survival often overrides ethics.
SETI goes intergalactic in latest search for aliensThe search for extraterrestrial intelligence has expanded beyond the Milky Way to include intergalactic technosignature searches for signs of advanced civilizations.
Evidence of alien life could be revealed next month, filmmaker claimsEvidence of intelligent alien life possibly found with signals from Proxima Centauri, according to filmmaker Simon Holland.
SETI goes intergalactic in latest search for aliensThe search for extraterrestrial intelligence has expanded beyond the Milky Way to include intergalactic technosignature searches for signs of advanced civilizations.
Evidence of alien life could be revealed next month, filmmaker claimsEvidence of intelligent alien life possibly found with signals from Proxima Centauri, according to filmmaker Simon Holland.
New video reveals two more 'alien mummies' and a severed 'alien skull'The discovery of 'alien mummies' in Peru provokes scientific inquiry and debate regarding their origins and authenticity.
These Scientists Were Shamed for Claiming Signs of Life on Venus, But Now They're Back With More EvidenceDiscoveries of phosphine and ammonia in Venus's clouds spark speculation about potential extraterrestrial life.