The molten planet, with an atmosphere rich in sulfur-bearing gases, is unlike anything astronomers have ever smelled.

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If we're to find extraterrestrial life in the universe, astronomers have pinpointed the best places to look for it. They have ...

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Scientists have identified 45 Earth-like exoplanets that are the strongest known candidates for hosting extraterrestrial life.

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The crowd-pleasing "Project Hail Mary" blends high-stakes science with humor, heart, and a race to save humanity.

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