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Stories, updates, insights, and original analysis from The Planetary Society.

What the search for aliens can learn from life on Earth

When searching for extraterrestrial life, we have to base our hunt on what we know about life on our own planet. This may seem limiting, but there's a lot we can learn from the astonishingly diverse lifeforms we have here on Earth.

Welcome to your member community!

The Planetary Society has a new virtual space for members to connect and work together to advance space science and exploration.

What was the Chelyabinsk meteor event?

When an asteroid exploded in the atmosphere above Chelyabinsk, Russia on Feb. 15, 2013, it made history and underscored the importance of planetary defense.

How to see Comet 2022 E3 (ZTF)

Everything you need to know about Comet 2022 E3 (ZTF) or the "Green comet," which is making its first approach to Earth in 50,000 years.

The Best of 2021

Results from your votes for the best of planetary science and exploration in 2021.

Gifts for space lovers

Looking for the best space gifts for the holidays? Whether you’re shopping for the space enthusiast in your life or are looking for ideas for your own wish list, we’ve got you covered. This space gift guide brings together suggestions from the people who love space the most: Planetary Society members and supporters.

The Best of 2020

Results from your votes for the best of planetary science and exploration in 2020.

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