NASA finds third Van Allen belt around Earth

The Earth temporarily gained a third radiation belt last year, NASA's Van Allen Probes mission has revealed.

Moon probes in place after successful burn

NASA's two GRAIL probes have now successfully been placed in orbit around the moon.

Alien probes could be within solar system, say researchers

The Fermi paradox asks why, if intelligent life is common, no technological civilizations have ever been observed.

High winds delay Grail launch

NASA is hoping to launch its twin Grail spacecraft this morning, after a temporary delay because of poor weather.