Fusion rocket researchers envision 30-day trip to Mars

Will rockets powered by fusion eventually make interplanetary travel commonplace?

More great images in celebration of International Dark Sky Week

International Dark Sky Week is happening right now (April 5-11) . To celebrate, enjoy these fantastic pics - they make us say WOW. And post your own.

Scientists design new adaptive material inspired by tears

Tunable material system is easily adaptable for diverse applications in fuel transport, textiles, optical systems, and more. Make sure and check out the cool video!

NASA plans to catch asteroid and place in orbit around moon

Why? In part because there's a growing realization that Earth is vulnerable to an asteroid strike.

Looking for the moon tonight?

If you're looking for the moon, you'll need get up early or stay up late.

Breakthrough in neuroscience could help re-wire appetite control

Researchers have made a discovery in neuroscience that could offer a long-lasting solution to eating disorders such as obesity.

View from space: North Korea and South Korea

As political tensions continue to mount between North and South Korea, a view of these two nations from space.

Benefits of weight loss surgery may be in the microbes

Changes in gut microbes may contribute to the dramatic weight loss seen in gastric bypass patients. Does the future hold a surgery-free bypass? Are we sure we want one?

Introducing Google Nose

Try searching on Google for "wet dog" or visit google.com/nose to learn more.

Will the IAU democratize the way it names space objects?

The International Astronomical Union's decision to demote Pluto from full planet status was unpopular. Will these astronomers change the way they do things?