Venus
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By Tereza Pultarova Published
The odd chemical composition of Venusian clouds cannot be explained by extraterrestrial life, as the atmosphere bears no signs of alien pooping and eating, a new study found.

By Samantha Mathewson Published
NASA's DAVINCI mission to Venus will carry a dime-sized, student-built sensor to study the planet's near-surface environment.

By Tom Kerss Published
On the 10th anniversary of the last transit of Venus, find out what makes these events so special and what else to look out for during the long wait for the next one.

By Paul Sutter Published
The current definition of habitable zone only examines the amount of sunlight reaching a planet. It may be time to question that definition.

By Scott Dutfield Published
Venus' dense and stormy atmosphere is the cause why a day on the scorching planet is longer than a year, a new study suggests.

By Leonard David Published
Multiple research teams are developing missions designed to address Venus' potential as an abode for life.

By Andrew Jones Published
China is considering adding a mission to Venus to its plans for planetary exploration, according to a senior Chinese space official.

By Samantha Mathewson Published
Venus has had a busy March! Now, the bright planet will be at its greatest distance from the sun tonight (March 20).
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