"The findings not only provide further evidence to support the theory of a Martian ocean but also present, for the first time ...

Sixteenth century Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe laid the framework for modern cosmology without ever using a telescope.

The standard model for how galaxies formed in the early universe predicted that the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) would see dim signals from small, primitive galaxies. But data are not confirming ...

There is not a ton of evidence of what education looked like in ancient society, but we do know it existed - although not for ...

While ancient Greece is one of the best known cultures of antiquity, there are no surviving historical narratives covering ...

KOCHI: The story of pi is one of great intrigue. On a cosmological plane, this natural constant is believed to hold secrets ...

A map of the night sky created by the ancient Greek astronomer Hipparchus was recently discovered at St. Catherine Monastery ...

Nov. 7, 2024 — Researchers have used ancient DNA to challenge long-held interpretations of the people of Pompeii. Contrary to physical appearances, the DNA evidence revealed unexpected ...

Astrology and astronomy – the words sound so similar. So why do you get such a stink-eye from your friend the astronomer when ...

Astronomers have spotted a black hole that's gobbling up matter at a seemingly impossible rate, surpassing previous limits.

After centuries of effort by brilliant theorists, we’re left with a confusing mélange of unsatisfactory ...

Written by the former chief historian of NASA, the book examines the evolution of our cosmic understanding—from early civilizations to the present day ...