On the 95th anniversary of its discovery, Pluto remains one of the most beloved and enigmatic worlds in our solar system, ...

Asteroids that orbit close to the Earth inevitably cause us some anxiety due to the even remote possibility of a collision. But their proximity also offers ample opportunities to learn more about the ...

At the very beginning of its history, Earth was dry. How did it become a blue planet? A new theory could provide an answer.

Scientists have long debated the origin of the organic material found on Ceres, the largest object in the asteroid belt.

Scientists say the threat of a newly discovered asteroid has risen slightly in the past few weeks, as the world's telescopes ...

Explore Ceres, the largest asteroid in our solar system, and discover its remarkable ancient ocean and ice-rich crust.

Researchers are unlocking secrets of our solar system by analyzing asteroid Bennu samples, some of the most pristine ever ...

Answer: There was some concern a few years ago when asteroid Apophis was discovered in 2004. Astronomers have gotten better ...

Scientists have been unable to determine whether the dwarf planet’s organics were produced by its own chemical processes or ...

Sure, they can keep a pair of too-large pants from sagging. But the right belt can also inject a dose of personality or whimsy into your outfit on days when you reach for your favorite white T ...