Could the icy moons of our solar system hold life beyond our planet? Keith Cooper looks at how planetary scientists plan to ...

Jupiter’s moons have long fascinated scientists with their potential to harbor life, challenging our understanding of life-friendly environments. Recent missions and studies suggest that these icy ...

A close conjunction of the waning crescent Moon (approximately 26% illuminated) and Jupiter occurred around 7 A.M. EDT, observable in the eastern sky before sunrise, with the Moon positioned between ...

Astronomers have discovered 12 new moons around Jupiter, putting the total count at a record-breaking 92. That's more than any other planet in our solar system. Saturn, the one-time leader, comes in a ...

The predawn hours of Aug. 8 present a perfect opportunity to see Jupiter's four largest moons line up next to the "King of the Planets" as it voyages through the stars of the constellation Gemini.

The Jovian moons Io and Europa will throw their shadows over Jupiter's cloud surface in the early hours of Nov. 5. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

What if Jupiter’s 79 moons weren’t gravitationally bound to Jupiter? What if they became rogue objects orbiting on their own ...

The Moon passes 5° north of Jupiter at 9 A.M. EDT. Just six percent illuminated by this evening, you can try to spot the young crescent Moon hanging above the gas giant in the western sky after sunset ...