A new study has revealed details of an enigmatic star system that looks suspiciously like a spiral galaxy.
Scientists now believe that there are 100 times as many habitable worlds in our galaxy than previously thought.
A planetary scientist takes a closer look at Loeb's discovery of 'anomalous' spherules and what they could be.
Astronomers believe that there is a small chance that a rogue planet could have been 'captured' by the Sun's gravity.
We have had a profound impact on our planet, but what would happen if we all simply disappeared ?
For the first time ever, it will be possible to watch a live broadcast beamed directly from orbit around the Red Planet.
Astrophysicist Michael Garrett takes a look at what inquisitive aliens might be able to find out by observing our planet.
The encouraging discovery could indicate the presence of a magnetic field and the potential for alien life.
Our cities are getting larger all the time, but is it really plausible for them to ever cover the entire planet ?
'Star people' or 'starseeds' believe that they are literal extraterrestrial entities who have come here from another planet.
It turns out that Saturn and the other gas giants are not the only planetary bodies in our solar system to have rings.
Jupiter's status as the planet with the most moons in our solar system has now officially been restored.
The new rocket will be designed to enable manned missions to the Red Planet and could debut as soon as 2027.
An intriguing geological phenomenon at the center of our planet could help to explain a number of long-standing mysteries.
The newly discovered world, which is 41 light-years away, is almost exactly the same size as the Earth.
A fascinating new video has emerged showing how far it is possible to throw a ball on the other worlds in our solar system.
Situated 40 light-years away, this hellish terrestrial world is like nothing found in our own solar system.
Humans have dominated the planet in a way no other life form has ever done - but for how long is this sustainable ?
Astronomers recently detected a number of large (albeit benign) asteroids obscured by the glare of the Sun.
The space agency has confirmed that its recent mission successfully altered the trajectory of the target asteroid.