Mattflipped into Science and spaceMars hasn’t been this close to Earth in 15 years — here’s how to spot itverified_publisherTNW - In the video above, an interview with Dr. Steven D’Hondt, talking about how life might live just under the surface of Mars. (Video credit: The Cosmic Companion).Finding Mars is easy this week, as it shines brightly in the eastern sky, offering observers a chance to see a stunning view of Mars. Mars is currently the target of multiple spacecraft, journeying to the planet in search of water, and perhaps signs of life. But, while space agencies around the …
CNETflipped into Living in the FutureNASA shows off Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter's wildest snaps from the last 15 yearsverified_publisherCNET - Amanda KooserA dust devil, an avalanche, a moon and a crater all made the cut.
The Guardianflipped into Top StoriesRock from Mars heads home after 600,000 year odyssey across spaceverified_publisherThe Guardian - Robin McKieTiny piece of meteorite from London’s Natural History Museum will be used by rover exploring red planet A small piece of rock will be hurled into space this week on one of the strangest interplanetary voyages ever attempted. A tiny piece of Martian basalt the size of a 10p coin will be launched on …
Daily Mailflipped into Top StoriesAncient Mars was FLOODED during storms that could have lasted thousands of years and released up to 520 feet of precipitationdailymail.co.uk - Stacy LiberatoreAncient Mars is believed to have had planetwide storms that filled lakes and rivers with rainfall on the planet – sometimes enough to flood the …
Machelle Deesflipped into SpaceNASA Celebrates 15 Years of Mars Orbiter With Stunning PhotosExtremeTech - Ryan WhitwamThe Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) recently passed its 15th anniversary leaving Earth behind to observe the red planet, and NASA is celebrating by …
Avatarcrosscourierflipped into The Universal Curiosity ShopNASA celebrates 15 years of Mars orbiter with stunning photosverified_publisherMashableThe images of Mars are startlingly clear, thanks in part to the planet’s thin atmosphere. The Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) recently passed its 15th anniversary leaving Earth behind to observe the red planet, and NASA is celebrating by recapping some of the robot’s best images. You’ve probably …
Wesflipped into LIGHT & GLASS PHOTOGRAPHYMars is closer to Earth this week than it will be for 15 yearsverified_publisherThe Guardian - Stuart ClarkWith no bright stars in the same part of the sky, the red planet will be unmistakeable Mars will be closer to Earth this week than at any other time for the next 15 years. The fourth planet from the sun, it is currently sitting just north of the celestial equator. That means it is almost perfectly …
Thrillistflipped into ThrillistMars Is Brighter Tonight Than It Will Be Any Other Night This Yearthrillist.com - Dustin NelsonDon't miss your chance to admire the red planet. We've mentioned it before, but October is a great month to stare up at beautiful Mars. On the night of …
The Globe and Mailflipped into Canadians newsMars set to dazzle in closest approach to Earth for 15 yearsverified_publisherThe Globe and Mail - Ivan SemeniukThis article was published more than 1 year ago. Some information may no longer be current. Mars is making its closest approach to Earth for 15 years and the next several nights will be prime time for catching a glimpse of the brilliant, ruddy orb. While the solar system’s fourth planet is one of …
AvatarBryan Schutteflipped into ArtNASA Celebrates 15 Years Of Mars Orbiter With Stunning PhotosMashable - Extreme TechThe Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) recently passed its 15th anniversary leaving Earth behind to observe the red planet, and NASA is celebrating by recapping some of the robot’s best images. You’ve probably seen some of them pop up over the last few years but maybe never stopped to appreciate how …
Syd Barrettflipped into Blinded Me With Science This Week Mars Is the Closest It’s Been to Earth in 17 Yearsverified_publisherMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartGet your telescopes ready—Mars is currently closer than ever to Earth. In fact, it's so close that you can even see it with the naked eye, though you'll want something more powerful if you want to see the details of the Red Planet. Over the next week, stargazers will be able to take advantage of …