First global geologic map of Jupiter’s large moon Ganymede

Scientists say the new map of Ganymede is the first complete global geologic map of an icy moon of an outer planet.

New system lets fleets of robots collaborate in new ways

MIT researchers have developed a new system that stitches together existing control programs to let multiple robots collaborate in more complex ways.

Olympic success: Is it genes or training?

Here's a video from asapSCIENCE on which is more important to your athletic success, your genes or hard work.

Strong earthquake in remote western China

The quake took place in China's sparsely populated region of Xinjiang. It's not yet known if it caused casualties or significant damage.

Major storm hits the U.S. South

The National Weather Service said the ice forecasts "remain mind-boggling if not historical" in cities including Atlanta,, Columbia, S.C., and Raleigh, N.C.

A 360-degree view of Saturn’s auroras

Ultraviolet and infrared images from NASA's Cassini spacecraft and Hubble Space Telescope show active and quiet auroras at Saturn's north and south poles.

Genetic mix lets Tibetans thrive at high altitudes

A new study looks at the genetic adaptations that allow Tibetans to live at high elevations despite low oxygen levels.

NASA photos suggest water might be flowing on Mars

New clues about the mysterious streaks that appear on the surface of Mars during warm weather. Scientists they might be caused by flowing water.

Venus rising above Nubble Lighthouse in Maine

The Milky Way and Venus rising above Nubble Lighthouse in Cape Neddick, Maine

The oldest known star in the universe

The ancient star, about 6,000 light years from Earth, formed 13.7 billion years ago, shortly after the Big Bang. It's the oldest star yet found.