In theory, a planet may be able to orbit a binary star system in a figure of eight, but it may not be particularly stable, ...

Spectacular clouds swirl across the surface of Jupiter. These clouds contain water, just like Earth's, but are much denser on ...

Exoplanets like Earth have been discovered but not all Earth-like planets are equal when it comes to alien life.

We live in a very exciting time: answers to some of the oldest questions humanity has conceived are within our grasp. One of ...

Stars and planets are inextricably linked. They form together and stars shape the fate of planets. Stars create the dusty ...

In a blow to anyone dreaming that complex life may exist elsewhere in the universe, a new study suggests we're unlikely to ...