Planetary Systems
WASHINGTON - Astronomers say they have for the first time spotted a planet beyond our own in what is sometimes called the Goldilocks zone for life: Not too hot, not too cold.
GENEVA - Scientists say they've identified a sun-like star with as many as seven different planets - including one that might be the smallest ever found outside the solar system.
GENEVA - European astronomers say they have discovered a star system containing at least five Neptune-like planets.
BOSTON - A new study reinforces time-tested advice for investors shopping for mutual funds: Look first for funds with low fees, then go from there.
TOKYO - Japanese scientists say they have detected tiny particles collected by the first spacecraft to return to Earth after landing on an asteroid.
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- Lab eyes problem with data from Voyager 2 in space
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- Astronomers find loads of ice on big asteroid
- Obama's asteroid goal: tougher, riskier than moon
- Tricky tiny Mercury easier to see in sky for a bit
- Designer of famous Arecibo telescope dies at 92
- Designer of famous Arecibo telescope dies at 92
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