From its first detection using an instrument designed in part by teams based in the Bay, to follow-up orbit analysis ...

Meteor impacts are one of the few natural disasters that can arrive without warning, crossing the final kilometers of atmosphere in seconds. When scientists talk about the likeliest place on Earth for ...

An asteroid could wipe out humanity, but it's unlikely. Near-misses are more common than impacts, though planetary defence is ...

Potential impactors are most likely to have low velocities and the highest likelihood of hitting Earth during the winter.

“Impact flashes on the moon are very common,” University of Colorado Boulder astrophysical and planetary sciences professor Paul Hayne said. “In fact, they happen more or less every night, and it’s a ...

"It sounds like science fiction or the stuff of Hollywood movies." ...

What if an asteroid was headed straight for Earth? The scenario has been played out many times in films such as "Armageddon" and "Deep Impact," but NASA and FEMA want to make sure they're prepared for ...

Imagine a massive meteor crashing into Earth, but this one isn’t from our solar system. A new study, recently uploaded to the ...

The largest Martian meteorite ever found on Earth is being auctioned off later this month and could fetch up to $4 million. One of only 400 of its kind ever found, the hunk of red-hued space rock was ...

It's time to look up at the night sky again. Find a dark spot, let your eyes adjust and see the Leonid meteor shower as it ...

The Leonids peak Nov 16–17 with clear skies and minimal moonlight. Find the best California spots for an unforgettable meteor ...