Could an Egyptian coffin, dated 5,000 years ago, hold the answer to one of the night sky’s greatest mysteries? University of ...

Researchers examining Noachis Terra in Mars' southern highlands found evidence of extensive river networks – some hundreds of kilometers long.

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Understanding how the universe transitioned from darkness to the emergence of stars marks a critical shift known as Cosmic ...

Newfound interstellar object 3I/ATLAS may be carrying pristine material from early in the Milky Way’s star-forming history.

Despite the ancient Egyptians' advanced knowledge of astronomy, the role of the Milky Way in their culture remains a mystery.

The ancient book was published before Galileo was born, making it one of the first astronomy texts published in the English language.

The sessions will explain ancient Mesopotamian astronomy, present actual cuneiform astronomical texts and debunk ancient alien theories. Other sessions will occur on April 27, May 11 and May 25.

Ancient Egyptians may have associated the Milky Way with the sky goddess Nut, who was often portrayed as a star-studded woman.

An ancient and enigmatic stone circle in the Middle East may not be a prehistoric astronomical observatory after all, according to a new study of satellite images.