Global Mercury Study Reveals Widespread Contamination in Fishes and Wildlife: How Does This Affect People Eating Them?

Medicine & Technology May 21, 2024

A global mercury study reveals widespread contamination in fish and wildlife. Learn how this affects those who consume them and what you can do to stay safe. Read more!

Why Is Mercury Liquid at Room Temperature? Exploring the Strange Chemical Behavior of Quicksilver

May 03, 2024

While most metals are solid and melt at certain temperatures, mercury is a heavy silvery metal which is liquid at room temperature. Read the article to know more about this strange behavior.

Mercury-Bound BepiColombo Spacecraft Observes Cold Oxygen and Carbon Ions Escaping the Induced Magnetosphere of Venus

Apr 16, 2024

ESA/JAXA BepiColombo mission detected oxygen and carbon escaping the region of Venus’ magnetosphere that has never been explored before. Continue reading this article to learn more.

Dancing in Vibrant Hues: NASA Shares Multi-Colored Image of Mercury from Its Messenger Space Probe

Feb 05, 2024

Mercury's latest photo resembles a disco ball, with vibrant pinks, purples, and greens from four angles. Read the article to learn more about it.

Mammalian Brain Cells Found to Contain High Mercury Levels; How Do Wild Terrestrial Species Adapt From Neurotoxins?

Jan 08, 2024

A new study reveals that high levels of mercury can be traced back to specific types of brain cells of mammals. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Salt Glaciers Evidence Sparks Excitement for Potential Life on Mercury, Scientists Say

Nov 25, 2023

Mercury's salt glaciers, a groundbreaking discovery, expand understanding of potential life-sustaining environmental condition. Continue reading to learn more. 

Atmospheric Mercury Concentration Increases by Sevenfold Due to Human Emissions; Experts Warn of Potential Environmental Impact

Nov 06, 2023

A Harvard study reveals the impact of human emissions in increasing the concentrations of atmospheric mercury. Continue reading the article to find out more.

‘Singing’ Plasma Waves Detected Around Mercury For the First Time, Revealing the Secrets of the Planet’s Magnetosphere

Oct 18, 2023

Scientists have reported that they have discovered and recorded the mysterious “singing” plasma waves around Mercury for the first time. Learn more about it in this article.

Mercury To Peak at Its Highest Point During the Weekend; Here's How To Watch the Swift Planet

Sep 21, 2023

Mercury will be experiencing its greatest elongation west on September 22. Read to know how to watch it in the sky.

Venus, Mercury Will Meet; Delta Aquariids Meteor Shower Will Peak This Week

Jul 24, 2023

A lot of things will happen in the night sky this week, including the peak of the Delta Aquariids meteor shower and Venus and Mercury's meeting. Continue reading to learn more.

BepiColombo Probe Discovers Universal Auroral Processes, Revealing Astonishing Findings on Mercury's Atmosphere

Jul 19, 2023

BepiColombo probe's measurements on Mercury revealed evidence of auroral processes, suggesting their potential universality across all planets in the Solar System. Read the article to learn more.

From the Start of Perseids Meteor Shower to Views of the Crescent Moon Close to Different Planets: Here Are Some Night Sky Events This Week

Jul 17, 2023

The Perseids Meteor Shower, which starts this week, will continue until August 24 and will peak on August 12 to 13. Read to learn more.

Night Sky Events for July 10-16, 2023; Venus, Mercury, Manhattanhenge, and More

Jul 10, 2023

The Manhattanhenge sunset only happens for two days in May and two in July. Read to learn more.

BepiColombo Spacecraft’s Captured Images During Its Third Flyby Reveal Geologic Features on the Surface of Mercury

Jun 21, 2023

European spacecraft BepiColombo got a close approach to the surface of Mercury and captured up-close views of the planet. Find out more about the brief flyby in this article.

ESA’s BepiColombo Spacecraft Will Make Flyby To Reduce Speed, Enter Mercury’s Orbit in 2025

Jun 20, 2023

The BepiColombo spacecraft is making a close flyby to Mercury to slow down its speed. Continue reading to learn more.