Finding life beyond Earth would be a major scientific discovery with significant implications for all areas of science and human thought. Yet, only one direct search for extraterrestrial life has ever ...

Scientists have long been fascinated by Mars, studying the rocks and minerals on its surface, and they might have learned ...

"Marsquake" data collected by NASA's InSight lander have revealed dozens of mysterious blobs within the Red Planet's mantle.

In a thrilling development that could reshape our understanding of Mars, scientists recently discovered a new mineral on the ...

The Red Planet's interior has not changed much since its early formation, preserving features that would have been erased on a planet such as Earth.

Scientists have discovered that Mars has an interior structure similar to Earth's. Results from NASA's InSight mission ...

With its rust-colored surface, Mars has more than earned its nickname, the Red Planet. But Perseverance has offered a new ...

In light of NASA's much-hyped upcoming Mars rover announcement, we look back at the five most overhyped Mars discoveries, including the face on Mars, Martian canals, microbes in meteorites, and more.

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — New Mars discoveries are advancing the case for possible life on the red planet, past or even present. Scientists reported Thursday that NASA's Curiosity rover has ...

Discovery of water has huge implications for human mission to Mars. — -- Traces of liquid water have been found on Mars, NASA said today, raising questions about the possibility of life on ...

The Viking missions paved the way for future Mars missions and helped researchers understand the red planet’s climate and ...