NASA Orbiter Finds Large Streak Of Blue On The Red Planet
Mars is often referred to as the Red Planet because of its color, but pictures from one of NASA's orbiters shows what appears to be a striking blue sand dune.
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Mars is often referred to as the Red Planet because of its color, but pictures from one of NASA's orbiters shows what appears to be a striking blue sand dune.
A robotic geologist armed with a hammer and quake monitor rocketed toward Mars on Saturday, aiming to land on the red planet and explore its mysterious insides.
Vice President Mike Pence told an annual space symposium in Colorado Springs on Monday that President Trump wants to see an American on the moon again.
The space agency says it is working on creating a swarm of robot bees that will fly around the surface of Mars.
Police are investigating after a package at an Austin home exploded and killed a teenager. Also, a mission to Mars could begin as early as next year.
Elon Musk, the founder and CEO of SpaceX, says the company is planning to launch a spacecraft to Mars and return it to Earth as soon as early 2019.
The photo shows Curiosity in the middle of the dusty, red Martian terrain, with Mount Sharp in the background.
Six NASA-backed research subjects who have been cooped up in a Mars-like habitat on a remote Hawaii volcano since January emerged from isolation Sunday.
After spending eight months living in isolation on a remote Hawaiian volcano, six NASA research subjects will emerge from their Mars-like habitat on Sunday and return to civilization.
President Trump signed a bill Tuesday that updates NASA's mission to add exploration of Mars, and authorizes $19.5 billion in spending for the U.S. space agency for the current budget year.
A group of NASA-funded researchers are poised to enter an isolated geodesic dome on a remote Hawaii volcano to study human behavior in long-term space exploration, including a planned voyage to Mars.
Engineers are troubleshooting a snag on NASA's Curiosity that's preventing the rover from moving its robotic arm and driving to another spot on Mars, the space agency said Tuesday.
The International Space Station gained three new residents Saturday, including the oldest and most experienced woman to orbit the world.
Scientists will mix biology and geology this month inside Hawaii Volcanoes National Park as they help NASA get ready for an eventual manned mission to Mars.
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has given more details about his plan to colonize Mars.
On a personal quest to settle Mars, SpaceX founder Elon Musk envisions 1,000 passenger ships flying en masse to the red planet well within the next century, "Battlestar Galactica" style.
NASA says it's simulating a splashdown of its Orion spacecraft, this time with crash test dummies, as it prepares to eventually send humans to Mars.
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk says if things go according to plan people will be on Mars just nine years from now.
During an interview on Wednesday, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said that, if things go according to plan, people will be on Mars just nine years from now. "We should be able to launch people in 2024, with arrival in 2025," he said.
Sky-watchers, gazing to the southeast at nightfall, can enjoy a brighter, seemingly bigger Mars into June.
Forget blowup air mattresses. Space station astronauts are getting their first inflatable room. It's a technology demo meant to pave the way for moon bases and Mars expeditions.
Ah, there's nothing like a blast of fresh, frigid air to welcome you back to the planet after nearly a year cooped up in space. That's the word from astronaut and Texas-resident Scott Kelly.
After nearly a year in orbit, America's space-endurance champ, astronaut and Texas-resident Scott Kelly, is just a few days away from returning to Earth — and he can't wait.
I guess the phrase 'to infinity, and beyond' really caught on! Apparently, space travel never looked so good. NASA has announced that it received a record number of applicants for its next astronaut class.
Just days after NASA announced findings showing water on Mars, "The Martian" soaked up at the box office.
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
As President Trump touts a looming decision on his next move in the war, Tehran says any "new aggression" would be met with different weapons in new places.
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
Dak Prescott has broken Tony Romo's franchise record for touchdown passes with four in the Dallas Cowboys' 37-20 victory over the Washington Commanders.
Data center construction is booming, with many more planned for rural America. But there's also growing tension between economic development and community pushback.
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
As President Trump touts a looming decision on his next move in the war, Tehran says any "new aggression" would be met with different weapons in new places.
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
Dak Prescott has broken Tony Romo's franchise record for touchdown passes with four in the Dallas Cowboys' 37-20 victory over the Washington Commanders.
Data center construction is booming, with many more planned for rural America. But there's also growing tension between economic development and community pushback.
The situation, food banks warn, is getting worse.
Dallas nonprofit Hunger Busters has been under scrutiny since an I-Team investigation in January.
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
As President Trump touts a looming decision on his next move in the war, Tehran says any "new aggression" would be met with different weapons in new places.
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time since 2023 on Wednesday, reversing course as the Iran war drives up global energy prices and fuels inflation.
President Trump said that he has agreed to convert plans for a massive triumphal arch into a "top grade Military Complex," equipped with snipers and drone storage.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
About 40 million Americans are on GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound and Mounjaro.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
Dak Prescott has broken Tony Romo's franchise record for touchdown passes with four in the Dallas Cowboys' 37-20 victory over the Washington Commanders.
The Cowboys are hoping for a comeback win for their home opener Sunday against the Washington Commanders.
Toronto leadoff hitter Brett Bateman reached base and scored three times as the Blue Jays beat AL West-leading Texas 7-2 to avoid a series sweep.
Olivia Miles broke Caitlin Clark's WNBA record for points by a rookie in a season in the Minnesota Lynx's game against the Connecticut Sun.
Texas had won four straight games to gain a share of the division lead, but dropped one game behind Houston.
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at 27, a family spokesperson has confirmed.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television and streaming from the past year on Monday. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
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