Mysterious moon rust explained by oxygen coming from Earth's 'wind'

In 2020, scientists reported the detection of hematite, an iron oxide mineral otherwise known as rust, distributed through ...

2 newly launched NASA missions will help scientists understand the influence of the Sun, both from up close and afar

On Sept. 24, 2025, NASA launched two new missions to study the influence of the Sun on the solar system, with further missions scheduled for 2026 and beyond.
Space.com

SpaceX launches 3 probes to study space weather and map the boundaries of our solar system

IMAP (short for "Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe") is the primary payload on today's flight. The roughly $600 ...

What is the heliosphere? A new mission could unravel the mysteries of this complex cosmic environment

Created by the sun, the protective bubble of the heliosphere shields our solar system from harmful radiation. A new mission will map it like never before.
Scientific American

The Moon Is Rusting — Thanks to ‘Wind’ Blown from Earth

The Moon is rusting — and it’s Earth’s fault. Scientists have found that oxygen particles blown from Earth to the Moon can ...