The John J. McCarthy Observatory in New Milford will unveil its scale model of the solar system Nov. 14. Following a brief ceremony at the Route 7 South observatory, behind the high school, the ...

Pouring rain didn't dampen the spirits Saturday of about 100 people who gathered to witness the unveiling of a scale-model solar system at the McCarthy Observatory in New Milford. The centerpiece is ...

This video presents a comprehensive zoom out to the observable Universe, illustrating the vastness of space and the scale of ...

A series of three powerful flares and associated explosions of solar material out across the Solar System have set Earth ...

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. The Parker Solar ...

From our tiny blue planet to the edge of the observable universe, this video takes you on a breathtaking journey of scale. We’ll explore the distances between Earth, the Moon, Mars, Neptune, and ...

New strategies may soon allow scientists to test dark energy theories within our own solar system, linking cosmic-scale physics to local observation. Science advances through a cycle of proposing ...

Delving into the behaviors of the Sun and protecting humans at home and beyond are top priorities, according to the National Academies. Reading time: Reading time 3 minutes The latest Decadal Survey ...