When we look at Orion’s bright stars, we may see it as a belt if you’re Greek, a string of pearls if you’re Arab, or something else altogether if you’re Chinese.

We know Orion to be a skilled hunter in Greek myths, but in Arabic astronomy, Orion is called “Al-Jabbar”, which means “The Giant”.

Growing up, I was mesmerized by Saturn's seemingly perfect symmetrical rings. It made me wonder why none of the other planets had rings. What makes Saturn special?

Another method scientists have started using to look for alien life is by looking for technosignatures, signs of alien technology.