Scientists urge global help on manned Mars mission
MENLO PARK, California (Reuters) - The United States must collaborate with other countries to achieve its goal of putting humans on Mars or it may fall short of its aims, scientists and former space officials said on Thursday. feeds.reuters.com
Antarctic fish's winter 'sleep'
The Antarctic cod puts itself into a state similar to hibernation for the winter, scientists have discovered. news.bbc.co.uk
Salt may hold evidence of life on Mars
US scientists have discovered salt deposits on the surface of Mars, indicating water was once plentiful and pointing to sites that could provide evidence of past life, a new study says. news.com.au
Smithsonian to open massive new 'Ocean Hall' in September
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The least understood two-thirds of planet Earth - the oceans - are soon to get needed attention from the Smithsonian Institution. "The oceans are a global system that is essential to all life in Earth, including you," acting Smithsonian Secretary Cristian Samper said Thursday at the construction site that will become Ocean Hall at the National Museum of Natural History.... hosted.ap.org