The Earth has been hurtling towards Jupiter for the past 242 days, and now it's about to make impact. Now we're so close to ...

Jupiter will make its closest path to the Earth and will shine its brightest on Dec. 7. This aerial display occurs when Earth positions itself between the Sun and Jupiter. There are a few options for ...

Jupiter will make its closest approach to Earth in 59 years on Monday, 26 September, providing a treat for sky watchers that evening. Moreover, Jupiter will be in opposition meaning it will rise in ...

A vast ring of rocky leftovers between Mars and Jupiter, the asteroid belt preserves clues to how the planets — and Earth ...

Every night is a good night to look through a telescope (provided it’s not cloudy), but if you’re looking for an excuse, Jupiter is lining itself up for some candid closeups. At its farthest point, ...

Images from NASA's Galileo mission reveal a tantalizing starburst-like feature. Scientists call it a "wall demon." ...

The best day to see Jupiter is June 10 when it reaches its “opposition.” Space enthusiasts and sky-watchers around the world are in for a treat as the largest planet in the solar system puts on a show ...

Jupiter will make its closest approach to Earth in 59 years on Monday, according to NASA. The largest planet in our solar system, the gas giant will be at opposition, meaning Earth is directly between ...