Here's what scientists have now learned about the DART mission.

Hollywood loves to imagine humanity nuking any Earth-killing asteroid that threatens our planet, but such a drastic action could have devastating consequences. Now, a new study suggests that ...

Scattered between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter lies the main asteroid belt — a vast region filled with rocky remnants left over from the birth of the solar system. These objects, known as asteroids ...

This artist’s illustration depicts 2025 MN 45 — the fastest-rotating asteroid with a diameter over 500 meters that scientists have ever found. The asteroid is shown surrounded by many other asteroids, ...

The 1998 sci–fi classic Armageddon might not have a reputation as a scientifically accurate film. But scientists now say the Hollywood blockbuster got one thing right – we really could nuke an ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While the question is a simple one, the answer is surprisingly complex. First, there’s the problem that ...