Researchers at the University of Cambridge say that it's likely there were never any oceans on Venus. The planet might have always been as hot as it is now.
ESA is launching an ambitious spacecraft to study the sun's atmosphere. Proba-3 comprises 2 satellites that will align to form an artificial solar eclipse.
Giant Jupiter is closest to Earth for 2024 on December 6. Then Earth will fly between the sun and Jupiter - bringing Jupiter to opposition - on December 7.
Scientists have analyzed dark ovals that appear near the poles on Jupiter. They believe magnetic tornadoes higher in the atmosphere could stir up the haze.
The December birthstone is 1 of 3 gemstones, the exquisite blue-green turquoise, dazzling zircon, or the magnificent blue-violet tanzanite. Your choice!