Parade of Planets: Saturn, Mars, and Jupiter To Align With the Moon in the Predawn Skies This Weekend

SPACE 07.01.2024 00:00 AM

A planetary alignment will greet early risers this weekend as three planets will appear in a row with the Moon before daybreak. Check this article to learn more.

Low-Temperature Hydrothermal Vents Could Survive on Ocean Moons Like Jupiter’s Europa, Saturn’s Enceladus and Host Alien Life

06.28.2024 03:05 AM

Moderate- to low-temperature vents required for life to survive may be sustained in ocean moons like Europa and Enceladus for billions of years. Continue reading to learn more.

Seasonal Heat, Energy Imbalance in Saturn Could Be Driving Planet-Wide Storms, NASA Cassini Reveals

06.23.2024 00:40 AM

A new study based on Cassini data shows that Saturn emits varying heat amounts based on its seasonal changes. Read to learn more.

Methane, Ethane Waves May Be Responsible for Eroding and Reshaping of Titan’s Lakeshores

06.21.2024 02:50 AM

Researchers were convinced that crashing waves from liquid methane gently eroded the material along Titan's lakeside. Continue reading to learn more.

Titan Alien Lake Shores Exhibit Signs of Erosion From Massive Waves, Analysis Reveals

06.19.2024 21:33 PM

Titan's shorelines could have been eroded by crashing and lapping waves. Read to learn more. According to new analysis, the vast liquid ethane and methane bodies that cover the surface of Titan could be populated by waves that carve the shoreline.

San Andreas Fault Lines on Saturn's Moon 'Enceladus' Could Help Reveal Alien Life Signs That May Be Present Under Its Icy Shell

05.03.2024 00:00 AM

The tiger stripes on Enceladus could help shed light on the possibility of alien life living in the murky waters under the moon's icy shell. Read to learn more.

James Webb Space Telescope to Investigate Auroras at Distant Planets Saturn, Uranus

03.22.2024 09:20 AM

James Webb Space Telescope will investigate the spectacular light shows in Saturn and Uranus. Continue reading to learn the full story.

NASA's Cassini Space Probe Captivates the Enchanting Realm of Saturn's Moons

02.09.2024 21:53 PM

Saturn's ring system captivates, but its 156 moons steal the spotlight in dramatic Cassini probe photos from 2004-2017. Check them out in this article.

Newly Formed Ocean Might Be Lurking in Saturn's 'Death Star' Moon Mimas, Redefining the Celestial Habitability

02.08.2024 00:18 AM

Cassini data unveils Mimas' secret: a global ocean formed less than 2-3 million years ago, hidden 20-30 km beneath its icy surface. Read the article for more details.

Titan's 'Magic Islands': New Study Reveals They Could Be Frozen Organic Solids, Not Gas Bubbles

01.09.2024 06:13 AM

Titan's atmosphere transforms gases into solids, and a study suggests that the moon's "magic islands" might be large chunks of porous organic solids. Read the article for more details.

Astronomical Events 2024: Here Are Some of the Biggest Celestial Events To Look Forward To This Year

01.09.2024 00:49 AM

There are several astronomical events to look forward to this year. Read to find out. This year is full of great astronomical surprises, ranging from meteor showers to a total solar eclipse.

Saturn Moon 'Enceladus' Found Spewing Organic Molecules From Waters Below Its Shell of Ice

12.19.2023 03:22 AM

The organic molecules that are spewed from beneath the icy shell of Enceladus could possibly signify conditions for life formation. Read to learn more.

Saturn's Moon Enceladus a Primary Target for NASA's Quest for Life Beyond Earth

12.06.2023 00:50 AM

Enceladus' icy plumes on Saturn's moon may harbor life's building blocks, sparking interest in detecting signs of life in space. Continue reading to learn more.

NASA’s Dragonfly Mission to Saturn’s Titan Delayed Due to Budget Uncertainties

12.01.2023 03:00 AM

NASA's Dragonfly mission to Saturn was pushed back for a year due to uncertainties in budget. Continue reading to learn more.

Solar Eclipse Reveals New Information About Saturn's Ring System [Study]

11.21.2023 07:20 AM

Researchers were able to calculate the optical depth of Saturn's rings using data variations from a fake solar eclipse. Continue reading to learn more.

Enceladus Unveiled: Cassini's Clues and New Insights Into the Potential for Life in Saturn's Icy Moon

11.08.2023 22:35 PM

Enceladus, Saturn's icy moon, holds potential for life with geysers revealing vital materials. Read the article to learn more details.

Weekly Stargazing Highlights in the Northern Hemisphere: See Saturn and This Year's Last Supermoon

09.25.2023 06:50 AM

This weekly stargazing guide highlights celestial events in the northern hemisphere, like the "Harvest Moon" which is the last supermoon of 2023. Continue reading to learn more.

James Webb Space Telescope Watches Saturn's Changing Seasons

09.14.2023 05:32 AM

Planetary scientists study Saturn's seasonal transition using the James Webb Space Telescope. Read the article for more details.

Saturn's Hidden Megastorms That Happened Centuries Ago Leave Long-Lasting Atmospheric Scars

08.21.2023 02:11 AM

Radio observations reveal effects from megastorms in Saturn reshapes its atmosphere, aiding planetary distinctions. Continue reading to learn more.

Saturn Sighting on Aug 27, 2023 Explained; Here's How To Catch It at Its Brightest After 378 Days

08.18.2023 04:41 AM

Saturn has a long orbit around the sun, typically taking 29.4 years to complete a single rotation. Read to learn more.

Saturn Experiences Hundred-Year-Long Mega Storms With Impacts That Challenge Our Understanding of the Gas Giant

08.16.2023 09:00 AM

A new study has shed light on the mega storms experienced by Saturn and challenges our planetary formation models. Learn more about it in this article.