A team of astronomers led from St. Andrews and Manchester universities today (6 July) announced the discovery of a ring of rocks circling a very young star. This is the first time these ‘pebbles,’ ...

In the hunt for extraterrestrial life, we usually look for planets orbiting sun-like stars and icy moons. But there is another possible candidate—planets circling white dwarfs, the hot, dense remnants ...

Astronomers have found evidence of a process that supports an alternative, more rapid approach to planetary formation, more top down than bottom up. By Katrina Miller When it comes to making a planet, ...

A new study published in Nature has revealed a rare glimpse into the early life of four young exoplanets orbiting the star V1298 Tau. With masses far lower than expected and giant, bloated atmospheres ...

Debate has raged for two decades over whether Pluto should be considered a planet. Some want President Trump to take action via executive order.