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Mercury may have a 10-mile-thick layer of diamonds
An international team of scientists have said Mercury may have a layer of diamonds 10 miles (16 km) thick near the boundary of the planet's core and mantle.
July 31, 2024
Ancient life on Mars? Rover finds intriguing ‘leopard spots’
Has NASA's Perseverance rover found traces of ancient life on Mars? A rock with "leopard spots" has scientists intrigued and puzzled. Find out more.
July 31, 2024
See it! Moon and Jupiter in late July 2024
The last week of July has been busy! The moon and Jupiter were surrounded by bright planets and stars. Did you see them? Also, bonus! Venus is back after sunset!
July 31, 2024
Do Titan’s seas resemble earthly seas? Researchers say yes
New analysis of radar data from Cassini shows that Titan's seas and hydrological systems behave much like those on Earth despite the different compositions.
July 30, 2024
ULA launch of 100th national security mission July 30, 2024
On July 30, 2024, the ULA launch of an Atlas V rocket from Florida was its 100th and final national security launch. Find out what's next for the company.
July 30, 2024
Signs of life on ocean moons may be just below the surface
NASA scientists said we could find evidence of life on ocean moons like Europa and Enceladus by looking for amino acids just inches below their icy surfaces.
July 30, 2024
Massive ancient volcanic eruption found in Aegean Sea
Researchers have found evidence in the layers of the seafloor of the Aegean Sea for a previously unknown massive volcanic eruption some 520,000 years ago.
July 30, 2024
LIVE on Monday: Climate chaos with Daniel Swain
Climatologist Daniel Swain will discuss climate change and extreme weather LIVE with EarthSky at 12:15 p.m. (17:15 UTC) on Monday, July 29. Join us!
July 29, 2024
Summer Olympics: 128 years of history in 5 charts
Paris hosts the Summer Olympics from July 26 to August 11, 2024. See a history of the sports and athletes in five charts here.
July 28, 2024
Canada’s Jasper fire: A beautiful place burns, a call for fire strategy
The Jasper fire devastated the Alberta town and ripped through part of the national park. It prompted calls for a strong national wildfire strategy.
July 28, 2024
