Curiosity’s Gale Crater Journey: Then vs. Now on Mars
Curiosity rover’s latest blog post from Sols 4947-4953 reveals how Gale Crater has changed since 2012. Discover the science, the surprises, and what’s next.
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Astronomers Discover Two Planets Lighter Than Cotton Candy
Astronomers have discovered two exoplanets, WASP-193b and Kepler-51d, with densities lower than cotton candy. These ‘super-puffs’ challenge planetary formation models.
Why Curiosity’s Latest Drive to a ‘Smooth Area’ Could Rewrite Mars History
Curiosity rover targets a rare smooth patch on Mars that may hold proof of ancient water. Why this drive matters for future missions and sample return.
Europa’s Surface: A Deadly Symphony of Cold and Radiation
What would it feel like to stand on Europa? Extreme cold, lethal radiation, and a fractured ice landscape. A planetary scientist explains the visceral reality of Jupiter’s moon.