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

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

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Recent astronomical observations have revealed a startling reality: aging stars are far more destructive to their orbiting planets than previously thought. This discovery, which challenges ...

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A four-planet system reveals remarkable insights about how planets form and how they change during their lifetime.

Want to know when each planet will be at its best or when you can catch eye-catching planetary pairings in 2026? This guide breaks down the major planetary events of the year, from conjunctions to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. This planet parade — following on from one in the evening ...