James Webb has detected a molecule in the atmosphere of the exoplanet K2-18b that could be linked to life. The molecule, ...

From new exoplanetary neighbors and a weakening dark energy to the best evidence for life on Mars and an interstellar comet ...

Mars. From forming black holes to phantom dark energy, discover the cosmic mysteries astronomers uncovered last year.

As 2025 draws to a close, we look back at the year and, in the world of science, at the findings that have kept the world on its toes. Space aficionados, in particular, have had a thrilling time.

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Planets orbiting two stars at once, a world that sparked debate over the possibility of life, and another being vaporized by ...

The cosmos has taken up its fair share of space in the news this year. Here are some of the major stories from beyond Earth ...

All year long, these moments captivated the public, demonstrated dangerous trends, and pushed research and innovation forward ...

In 2025, astronomers sharpened their view of the planetary system around Proxima Centauri — the sun's closest stellar ...

The year 2025 marked significant advancements in exoplanet science, revealing new discoveries and fresh perspectives on known ...