Mars rover stumbles upon strange object on Red Planet
NASA scientists say the so-called "Egg Rock" looks nothing like the red-orange rocks normally seen on Mars; here's what they think it is
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New pictures show Mars lander crash site
Detailed images from NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter show the crash site of the European Space Agency's Schiaparelli lander
Elon Musk shares new details on plan to colonize Mars
In the past few weeks, the details of Elon Musk's Mars vision have become clearer
Photo captures crash site of Mars lander
NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter has spotted what appears to be the site where the European spacecraft crashed Wednesday
Did Europe's Mars lander crash and burn on the Red Planet?
Mission scientists aren't sure, but even if it did, they say the vast trove of data that it sent back will be worth it
Space probe makes nail-biting descent to Mars
ExoMars mission is part of an international effort to analyze the red planet and hunt for signs of life
Astronauts heading to Mars could risk "space brain"
Some scientists are concerned that astronauts traveling to Mars may experience a kind of chronic dementia
Elon Musk turns to science fiction for Mars ship
"Star Wars," "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy," and "Puff the Magic Dragon" have all served as inspiration
Elon Musk unveils grandiose plan to colonize Mars
SpaceX founder Elon Musk says he plans to build huge new reusable rockets and spaceships to eventually ferry colonists to Mars
Could "hibernation" ease astronauts' travel to Mars?
Researchers have a wild idea for how to make the long journey to colonize Mars a bit easier
NASA scientists complete yearlong trip to "Mars"
NASA hopes its just-completed experiment in Hawaii will help reveal what it would be like to send astronauts to the Red Planet
Calendar: Week of August 29
From the Academy of Country Music Honors to a Mars lander anniversary, “Sunday Morning” takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead
Scientists to wrap up year-long isolation in Mars simulation
Investigator: “They are clamoring to get into the ocean. I think they will enjoy having a beer as well.”
New science throws cold water on theory about Mars
Scientists uncover new clues about how gullies formed on the surface of the Red Planet
Forrest Mars, longtime leader of a candy empire, dies at 84
After taking over the family business with a brother in the 1970s, he helped turn Mars Inc. into a global powerhouse
Calendar: Week of July 25
From Mick Jagger's 73rd birthday to Mars Day at the Smithsonian, "Sunday Morning" takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead
Astronaut Buzz Aldrin on legacy he wants to leave behind
Aldrin looks back at his historic career - from being second to set foot on the moon and first to take a space selfie - and ahead to his future plans
"Amazing" test of booster to power NASA super rocket
A powerful solid-fuel booster needed by NASA's Space Launch System super rocket was successfully test fired Tuesday
Inside U.S. scientists' groundbreaking test to grow potatoes on Mars
Matt Damon has famously done it in his sci-fi blockbuster, but U.S. scientists are testing to see if they could make it happen for astronauts traveling to the red planet
NASA's Mars recruitment posters
NASA seeks to inspire explorers for future missions to Mars
Mars wants you to eat less of its candy
As part of its health push, the maker of M&Ms and Twix asks fast-food chains to cut its sweets from their desserts
Mars is the closest it's been to Earth in 11 years
"Mars looks almost scary now, compared to how it normally looks in the sky"
Future Mars missions must factor in this risk
Researchers warn that a solar "superflare" could be disastrous for astronauts in space
Mars, Earth, sun all align in the sky this weekend
Mars is making its closest approach to Earth in more than a decade
SpaceX plans flight to Mars
SpaceX plans to send an unpiloted Dragon capsule to a landing on Mars as early as 2018
New York AG Letitia James indicted in Virginia
A federal grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James, marking the second Trump foe to face federal prosecution in recent weeks.
Israeli government approves hostage and ceasefire deal
Trump says Hamas will likely release all Israeli hostages by early next week, as the "first phase" of a deal to end the war in Gaza is expected to take effect soon.
Shutdown will extend into next week as Senate adjourns without breaking stalemate
The government shutdown will last at least until at least next week, as the Senate adjourned until Tuesday after another round of failed votes to reopen the government.
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In Epstein's cell, a scene of disarray without thorough inspection
Photos of Jeffrey Epstein's cell show a scene of disarray that never underwent a proper inspection, according to experts.
Chicago federal judge temporarily blocks National Guard deployment in Illinois
A federal judge on Thursday granted a partial restraining order to block the Trump administration's deployment of National Guard troops in Illinois, after state and local leaders objected to the deployment.
Defense Secretary Hegseth launches task force to fix chronic issues in barracks
A 2023 report criticized "poor living conditions" in some barracks and said they "undermine quality of life and readiness" of the military.
Human heart devices help biologists understand endangered species
Smithsonian biologists are using heart monitors designed for humans to study how high stress levels in animals can hinder their ability to thrive.
Tropical storm Priscilla could bring flash flooding to U.S. Southwest
Tropical Storm Priscilla has been losing punch but could still bring flash flooding to the southwestern U.S. in coming days, forecasters say.
Alex Jones asks Supreme Court to halt $1.5 billion defamation judgment
Alex Jones, host of the show InfoWars, was ordered to pay nearly $1.5 billion to the families of victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.