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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ufologist claims outer space stuff has been flying around Earth for decades: 'Thousands have been contacted'UFO research reveals ongoing extraterrestrial interactions and significant government cover-ups regarding alien technology and bases, particularly concerning the moon.
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.
Jaime Maussan, a journalist from another planet: Put me in a debate with any scientist, I'll tear them to pieces'Jaime Maussan believes in extraterrestrial life and sees hidden messages in unusual occurrences after years of study.
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.
Ufologist claims outer space stuff has been flying around Earth for decades: 'Thousands have been contacted'UFO research reveals ongoing extraterrestrial interactions and significant government cover-ups regarding alien technology and bases, particularly concerning the moon.
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.
Jaime Maussan, a journalist from another planet: Put me in a debate with any scientist, I'll tear them to pieces'Jaime Maussan believes in extraterrestrial life and sees hidden messages in unusual occurrences after years of study.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Robotic explorers could slither into ice to look for lifeExploring icy ocean worlds like Europa or Enceladus for signs of extraterrestrial life requires navigating through thick ice covers.NASA/JPL's EELS project is developing an AI-guided space snake robot to explore these alien oceans by utilizing existing vents in the ice.
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.
Opinion | It's the Perfect Moment to Search for Intelligent Alien LifeThe Arecibo message, sent 50 years ago, symbolizes humanity's hope for communication with extraterrestrial life.
To Find Alien Life, We Might Have to Kill ItExploring other worlds could endanger extraterrestrial life.
Former NASA expert on what would happen if a signal came from aliensConfirmation protocols for extraterrestrial signals require rigorous verification before public disclosure.
Tim Peake says there is 'absolutely' alien life in the universeMajor Tim Peake believes the universe is teeming with life and predicts the discovery of extraterrestrial bacterial life within five years.
Robotic explorers could slither into ice to look for lifeExploring icy ocean worlds like Europa or Enceladus for signs of extraterrestrial life requires navigating through thick ice covers.NASA/JPL's EELS project is developing an AI-guided space snake robot to explore these alien oceans by utilizing existing vents in the ice.
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.
Opinion | It's the Perfect Moment to Search for Intelligent Alien LifeThe Arecibo message, sent 50 years ago, symbolizes humanity's hope for communication with extraterrestrial life.
To Find Alien Life, We Might Have to Kill ItExploring other worlds could endanger extraterrestrial life.
Former NASA expert on what would happen if a signal came from aliensConfirmation protocols for extraterrestrial signals require rigorous verification before public disclosure.
Tim Peake says there is 'absolutely' alien life in the universeMajor Tim Peake believes the universe is teeming with life and predicts the discovery of extraterrestrial bacterial life within five years.
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.
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.
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.
Scientists Identify Seven Star Systems That May Be Hosting Alien MegastructuresDyson spheres are hypothetical megastructures around stars for energy capture, with seven potential candidates identified in our galaxy by astronomers.
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.
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.
Scientists Identify Seven Star Systems That May Be Hosting Alien MegastructuresDyson spheres are hypothetical megastructures around stars for energy capture, with seven potential candidates identified in our galaxy by astronomers.
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.
If Alien Life Is Found, How Should Scientists Break the News?Scientists discussed potential discovery of extraterrestrial life and how to communicate it effectively to the public.
Scientist reveals what the 'alien' found in Colombia could really beEvidence of extraterrestrial life on Earth is a topic of debate.Unusual remains found in Colombia sparked speculation of extraterrestrial origins.
Underground ocean found on Saturn's moon MimasUnderground oceans on moons of Jupiter and Saturn could potentially harbor life.Researchers have discovered evidence of an underground sea on Mimas, one of Saturn's moons.
Saturn's moon Mimas could harbour alien life, scientists sayMimas, one of Saturn's moons, may have an ocean beneath its icy surface.Data from NASA's Cassini spacecraft suggests that Mimas has an internal ocean rather than a solid core.