The Red Planet will be at its closest point to Earth, also known as perigee, on Jan. 12 and will be exactly opposite the sun ...

On Sunday (Jan. 12), the Red Planet will make its close approach of Earth at 8:32 a.m. EST (13:32 GMT). This event, known as ...

As Mars approaches opposition this month, it will become a dazzling spectacle in the night sky. See it at its best now, or ...

The moon will occult Mars in a rare astronomical event, coinciding with the month's full Wolf Moon that peaks on the same ...

NASA has arrived at two ways of returning samples collected on Mars to Earth. Now, the agency will test the options to see if ...

Everything you need to know about the full “Wolf Moon,” including exactly when, where and how to see it at its best from ...

Discover the red planet like never before! This month offers a unique opportunity to witness Mars in stunning detail. From ...

On Jan. 13, bright Mars will disappear behind the full moon for several hours. It's the only lunar occultation of Mars ...

NASA sees two paths for saving its beleaguered plan to retrieve materials from the Red Planet but won’t choose between them ...

"Springtime on Earth has lots of trickling as water ice gradually melts. But on Mars, everything happens with a bang," Serina ...

Geologically, Mars is very reminiscent of the moon. But it also looks a lot like the Earth. It all depends on who you ask.

The ground on Mars is full of nitrogen, a vital component for planet life, raising hopes that it might be more hospitable ...