Did alien life exist in hot water on Mars billions of years ago?
Scientists have found what seems to be the oldest direct evidence of hot water flowing on Mars during its ancient past. The discovery could further indicate that the Red Planet, despite its arid and desolate appearance today, may have been capable of supporting life long ago.
4.45 Billion-Year-Old Meteorite Points to Hot, Habitable Waters on Early Mars
Researchers have discovered potentially the oldest evidence of hot water activity on Mars through the analysis of a 4.45 billion-year-old zircon grain from the Martian meteorite known as Black Beauty.
4-billion-year-old mineral offers clues about Mars’ steaming hot past
The team analyzed meteorites from a large space rock designated as NWA7034 or “Black Beauty.” While all Martian meteorites have clues about the planet’s geologic history, most of them are igneous rocks like those found on Earth and others are mantle rocks.
Meteorite crystals show evidence of hot water on ancient Mars
A rock that formed around 4.5 billion years ago on Mars before being blasted into space by a meteor strike and making its way to Earth contains telltale evidence that it was formed in the presence of
4.45 billion-year-old mineral reveals hot water activity on Mars
Scientists analyzing the 'Black Beauty' meteorite have discovered a zircon grain that hints at hydrothermal systems on early Mars.
Ancient hot water on Mars points to habitable past
New research has uncovered what may be the oldest direct evidence of ancient hot water activity on Mars, revealing the planet may have been habitable at some point in its past.
Elon Musk has pledged to settle Mars. A prize-winning book offers a reality check
In “A City on Mars,” Kelly and Zach Weinersmith investigate what life would be like for humans on the red planet, arguing ...
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Having a baby on Mars? You may be in for a difficult time
Kelly Weinersmith, co-author of A City on Mars, the latest pick for our New Scientist Book Club, and Cat Bohannon lay out the ...
Space vacations and retiring on Mars: SpaceX COO shares 3 visions for the company's future
Gwynne Shotwell spoke with investor Ron Baron about interstellar travel, competition among space companies and the potential ...
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Bill Maher and Neil deGrasse Tyson Trash Elon Musk’s Mars Plans: ‘How Badly Would We Have To Rat F**k Earth’ To Live There?!
Bill Maher and Neil deGrasse Tyson found common ground on Friday as they both ruthlessly mocked Elon Musk's promises to send ...
An Asteroid’s Destruction May Have Given Mars Rings, Then Moons
Scientists simulated a situation that may offer an improved explanation for how the Red Planet ended up with small Phobos and ...
NASA Curiosity Shares Stunning 360 View of Mars With Strange White Rocks
The rover's latest discoveries, including pure sulfur stones and sprawling mineral "spiderwebs," unravel new mysteries of ...
Neil deGrasse Tyson dismisses Musk’s Mars dreams: ‘I don’t see it happening’
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson said he doesn’t think Elon Musk’s vision for space travel to Mars is realistic during a ...
Trump's former chief of staff says Elon Musk will have an easier time getting to Mars than making proposed DOGE cuts
Trump's former chief of staff reportedly told clients on a call that Musk likely won't even stick around long enough to see ...
Mars and the Moon are about to appear close together and here’s when it’ll happen
Look to the east-northeast to see the pair dazzle in the night sky this week. It’s best viewed with a telescope or binoculars ...