Mars in opposition: See why the Red Planet will appear closer and brighter
The Red Planet will be at its closest point to Earth, also known as perigee, on Jan. 12 and will be exactly opposite the sun on Jan. 15. It will be visible all night long because it will rise with the sunset and set with the sunrise.
An exploding budget and an unraveling schedule spell disappointment for NASA's mission to learn more about Mars's history.
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Giant 'kidney beans' spotted in Mars satellite images could point to signs of water and lifeA NASA satellite has spotted frozen "kidney beans" on Mars' sand dunes trapped in place until springtime. Photographing them ...
Tonight (Jan. 13), bright Mars will disappear behind the full Wolf Moon for several hours before reappearing on the other ...
The moon will occult Mars in a rare astronomical event, coinciding with the month's full Wolf Moon that peaks on the same ...
On Sunday (Jan. 12), the Red Planet will make its close approach of Earth at 8:32 a.m. EST (13:32 GMT). This event, known as ...
Discover the red planet like never before! This month offers a unique opportunity to witness Mars in stunning detail. From ...
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