Dust storms on Mars were first observed by an astronomer using a telescope in 1796, according to NASA — and yet today, the powerful storms that can engulf the entire planet are still a mystery. To ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: NASA/ESA/STScI The weather report from Mars may soon come with a forecast for dust storms ...

For years, scientists have been intrigued by mysterious dark streaks running down the slopes of Martian cliffs and craters. These marks, called slope streaks and recurring slope lineae (RSLs), have ...

For planners thinking about human missions, the region now looks less distant and more practical than before.Future human ...