Mars

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Split image comparing a distant exoplanet K2-18b with potential biosignatures to a Martian rock sample with more convincing signs of life.

Scientists detect potential signs of life on distant exoplanet

Despite headlines celebrating the detection of dimethyl sulfide on the distant exoplanet K2-18b, a recent survey reveals astrobiologists are actually more persuaded by potential biosignatures found in

David Grossman·June 6, 2026

Astronaut on Mars using a purple plasma beam device to sterilize fabric, with Martian landscape in the background.

Cosmos & Space

Plasma beam tech could revolutionize Mars laundry

A purple plasma beam reduced spore colonies on cotton fabric from 250,000 colonies per milliliter to about 60,000 in recent tests, according to New Scientist .

Aram Sarkisian·May 25, 2026