The moon's grand canyons were carved in the blink of an eyeThe moon's Vallis Schrodinger and Vallis Planck canyons formed quickly due to asteroid impacts, unlike the Grand Canyon which formed through gradual erosion.
Earth's Mini-Moon Was Probably a Piece of Its Real Moon2024 PT5 is likely a chunk of the moon, revealing a hidden population of lunar ejecta in near-Earth orbits.
Shields Up! Lunar Swirls Arise from Ancient Underground Force Fields on the MoonLunar swirls are ancient formations resulting from underground force fields that protect the moon from solar radiation, appearing smooth despite being part of the surface.
August's supermoon kicks off four months of lunar spectacles. Here's how to watchThe first supermoon of the year occurs next week, marking the start of a series of lunar events.
Stunning conjunction of Venus, crescent moon will be visible SaturdayA conjunction of Venus and the crescent moon is visible Saturday after sunset.
Why was the moon orange last night in New York?The moon appeared reddish due to wildfire smoke from Canada affecting visibility in NYC.
To change the way you see the Moon, view it from the Sun's perspective | Aeon VideosThe Moon's orbit is complex and reveals deeper truths in orbital mechanics when viewed from the Sun's perspective.
Earth's Mini-Moon Was Probably a Piece of Its Real Moon2024 PT5 is likely a chunk of the moon, revealing a hidden population of lunar ejecta in near-Earth orbits.
Shields Up! Lunar Swirls Arise from Ancient Underground Force Fields on the MoonLunar swirls are ancient formations resulting from underground force fields that protect the moon from solar radiation, appearing smooth despite being part of the surface.
August's supermoon kicks off four months of lunar spectacles. Here's how to watchThe first supermoon of the year occurs next week, marking the start of a series of lunar events.
Stunning conjunction of Venus, crescent moon will be visible SaturdayA conjunction of Venus and the crescent moon is visible Saturday after sunset.
Why was the moon orange last night in New York?The moon appeared reddish due to wildfire smoke from Canada affecting visibility in NYC.
To change the way you see the Moon, view it from the Sun's perspective | Aeon VideosThe Moon's orbit is complex and reveals deeper truths in orbital mechanics when viewed from the Sun's perspective.
World Monuments Fund Puts Moon on List of At-Risk SitesThe World Monuments Fund has added the moon to its at-risk sites list, emphasizing the need for preserving cultural heritage in the age of space exploration.
Moon added to list of threatened cultural sites for first timeThe moon has been added to the World Monuments Fund's endangered sites list due to risks from commercial lunar trips.
World Monuments Fund Puts Moon on List of At-Risk SitesThe World Monuments Fund has added the moon to its at-risk sites list, emphasizing the need for preserving cultural heritage in the age of space exploration.
Moon added to list of threatened cultural sites for first timeThe moon has been added to the World Monuments Fund's endangered sites list due to risks from commercial lunar trips.
Here's Your Horoscope For Wednesday, November 13This morning's energy encourages self-awareness and the management of insecurities, leading to a more positive outlook as the day progresses.
Here's Your Horoscope For Friday, January 10Express yourself openly and avoid silence to prevent misunderstandings. Enthusiasm is encouraged.
Here's Your Horoscope For Wednesday, November 13This morning's energy encourages self-awareness and the management of insecurities, leading to a more positive outlook as the day progresses.
Here's Your Horoscope For Friday, January 10Express yourself openly and avoid silence to prevent misunderstandings. Enthusiasm is encouraged.
The Moon might be older than scientists previously thought a new study shines light on its historyCollaboration among scientists with different expertise can lead to new insights into lunar formation and history.
Chang'e 6 moon samples suggest Luna's history needs revisionChang'e 6 mission samples indicate a potential resurgence in the Moon's magnetic dynamo, challenging prior beliefs about its decline.
The American Nightmare Is A Rerun | DefectorThe author had significant moon-related dreams before the election, symbolizing fears and uncertainties about stability and potential world-ending events.
Look: Mysterious Glass Beads Found On the Moon Contain Hidden Clues About Its PastThe Moon was volcanically active around 120 million years ago, indicating a more complex geological history than previously understood.
Something Massive Is Shifting Deep Inside the MoonA layer of goo beneath the Moon's surface is influenced by the gravitational pull of Earth and the Sun, confirming previous theories.The study reveals a partial melt layer beneath the Moon's mantle, raising questions about its origin and thermal maintenance.
Look: Mysterious Glass Beads Found On the Moon Contain Hidden Clues About Its PastThe Moon was volcanically active around 120 million years ago, indicating a more complex geological history than previously understood.
Something Massive Is Shifting Deep Inside the MoonA layer of goo beneath the Moon's surface is influenced by the gravitational pull of Earth and the Sun, confirming previous theories.The study reveals a partial melt layer beneath the Moon's mantle, raising questions about its origin and thermal maintenance.
Astrophotographers outline the 3 mistakes you're making when snapping photos of the moon and how to fix itUse moonrise to capture larger moon photos.Timing and context are key to photographing the moon effectively.
Chinese Lander Finds Evidence of Active Volcanos on the MoonThe Moon may still be volcanically active, with eruptions occurring far more recently than previously thought.
India's lunar lander unearths evidence the moon had a magma oceanIndia's rover discovers evidence that supports the Lunar Magma Ocean hypothesis, reinforcing theories about the moon's formation and early evolution.
Meteorite impacts produce most of moon's thin atmosphere, study revealsMeteorite impacts are the main source of the moon's thin atmosphere, clarifying long-standing questions about lunar atmospheric production.
NASA and ESA battle for the moon's waterNASA and ESA are racing to land on the moon's southern hemisphere to search for water.Finding water on the moon could cut space mission costs by providing hydration, oxygen, and fuel.
Ever wanted to be an astronaut? NASA is now accepting applications for Artemis moon missionNASA is seeking new astronauts for missions to the moon and potentially Mars.Requirements for new astronauts include a master's degree in a STEM field and related professional experience.
Nuclear reactor to power 'eventual human colony' on Moon one step closer to reality after latest NASA moveNASA is moving forward with plans to install a nuclear reactor on the Moon to support a human colony.The reactor could also potentially be used on Mars.The technology is needed because of the limitations of solar energy on the Moon.
Meteorite impacts produce most of moon's thin atmosphere, study revealsMeteorite impacts are the main source of the moon's thin atmosphere, clarifying long-standing questions about lunar atmospheric production.
NASA and ESA battle for the moon's waterNASA and ESA are racing to land on the moon's southern hemisphere to search for water.Finding water on the moon could cut space mission costs by providing hydration, oxygen, and fuel.
Ever wanted to be an astronaut? NASA is now accepting applications for Artemis moon missionNASA is seeking new astronauts for missions to the moon and potentially Mars.Requirements for new astronauts include a master's degree in a STEM field and related professional experience.
Nuclear reactor to power 'eventual human colony' on Moon one step closer to reality after latest NASA moveNASA is moving forward with plans to install a nuclear reactor on the Moon to support a human colony.The reactor could also potentially be used on Mars.The technology is needed because of the limitations of solar energy on the Moon.
Japan's space agency says it may now have clues about the origins of the moonAn unmanned lunar spacecraft has successfully analyzed 10 lunar rocks, providing valuable data about the origin of the moon.The spacecraft, called SLIM, used its multi-band spectral camera to study rock composition and obtained data from 10 rocks in total.
China's Chang'e-6 lifts off from far side of Moon with rock samplesChina aims to be the first country to return samples from the Moon's far side.
New Chinese Lander to Start Building Base From Moon Dust BricksChinese researchers plan to construct a shelter on the surface of the Moon using moon soil bricks.The China National Space Administration is encouraging the development of a device to squeeze moon soil into bricks and a robot to assemble them.
China's Chang'e-6 lifts off from far side of Moon with rock samplesChina aims to be the first country to return samples from the Moon's far side.
New Chinese Lander to Start Building Base From Moon Dust BricksChinese researchers plan to construct a shelter on the surface of the Moon using moon soil bricks.The China National Space Administration is encouraging the development of a device to squeeze moon soil into bricks and a robot to assemble them.
Saturn's "Death Star" Moon Mimas May Actually Be Packed Full of WaterMimas, Saturn's moon, may have an ocean of liquid water beneath its icy crust.Icy moons with oceans could be more common than previously thought.