"Without Mars, Earth's orbit would be missing major climate cycles. What would humans and other animals even look like if ...

A pull in the right direction ...

As global temperatures continue to rise, such contrasting events are expected to become more frequent and severe, underscoring the need for adaptive measures and emissions reductions.

Despite its small size, Mars seems to have a huge impact on the orbital cycles that govern Earth’s climate, especially those ...

New simulations show Mars plays a key role in shaping Earth’s long-term climate by influencing its orbit and axial tilt over hundreds of thousands to millions of years.

The Earth sits comfortably in its orbit tilted on its axis at 23 degrees. Knock the planet over and... It wouldn’t be the ...

The Earth has an axial tilt of about 23.5 degrees, which is vital in shaping our climate and seasons. This video explores the ...

At half the size of Earth and one-tenth its mass, Mars is a featherweight as far as planets go. Yet new research reveals the extent to which Mars is quietly tugging on Earth's orbit and shaping the ...

Researchers uncover how Mars affects Earth’s orbit, offering new insight into the planetary forces behind ice ages.

This doesn’t mean Mars causes ice ages on its own. Orbital cycles are only part of the picture. Earth’s oceans, atmosphere, ...

Here's how the astronomical phenomenon influences our planet—from the length of our seasons to the way Earth moves through space.