Extraterrestrial

Cassiopeia A Supernova Cosmic Ray Source

New Theory Could Dramatically Expand the Search for Aliens

Cosmic rays traveling through space may provide enough energy to sustain life even in incredibly cold and dark environments, a new study suggests.

Space & Spaceflight Gayoung Lee Aug 4

An image of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, showing its yellow/blue coma against the jet-black backdrop of space

Interstellar Visitor Zipping Through Our Solar System Could Be a Hostile Probe, Alien-Hyping Scientists Warn

3I/ATLAS is likely a comet from a faraway place. Or is it?

Space & Spaceflight George Dvorsky and Gayoung Lee Jul 24

Space Ice Is Actually Really Weird, Scientists Say

A new study on the structure of ice formed in space overturns a decades-long consensus in astronomy.

Space & Spaceflight Gayoung Lee Jul 10

How Early Scientists Envisioned Life Beyond Earth

The shift from a geocentric to a heliocentric worldview during the scientific revolution influenced our perception of life beyond Earth.

Space & Spaceflight Philip C. Almond, The Conversation Apr 18

Kids vs. Aliens Delivers a Kick-Ass Close Encounter

The latest from Jason Eisener (Hobo With a Shotgun) offers exactly what the title promises—and a lot of fun to go with it.

Movies Cheryl Eddy Apr 14

Covet This Bizarre E.T. the Extraterrestrial Merch From Universal Studios Japan

Steven Spielberg's Amblin classic raises the bar of ugly cute in this line of toys and accessories.

Movies Sabina Graves Jan 24

Aliens Abducted My Parents Finds Companionship in the Loneliness

The YA indie flick has its red carpet premiere at Sundance this evening.

Trailers Justin Carter Jan 21

E.T., the Beloved Alien Who Nearly Murdered a Little Boy, Is for Sale

The "Mechatronic filming model" used in the movie will go up for auction and is expected to claim more than $2 million.

Toys & Collectibles Rob Bricken Nov 1

Ridley Scott Thinks Aliens Are Real and They’ll Probably Kill Us

Ridley Scott is at the helm of a nearly 40-year franchise of films about killer aliens who are smarter and deadlier than us. It’s not a coincidence, since Scott thinks that could happen in real life. In an interview with Sky News, Scott mentioned that he believes in aliens, or what he called “superior beings.”…

io9 Beth Elderkin Apr 30

An Alien Hunter on the Risks and Rewards of Landing on Europa

On Friday, February 10th, NASA announced that a team of 21 scientists had delivered their first report on a lander mission to explore the possibility of life on Jupiter’s icy moon Europa. The NASA-employed Science Definition Team (SDT) recommended that NASA send a probe as soon as 2031, about a decade after an already-planned Europa…

Space & Spaceflight Rae Paoletta Feb 13

Where In the Universe Is Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: Episode VII?

We’ve got another confirmed actor in Star Wars and some conflicting rumors about the timeline. See the new Batmobile in action. Alec Baldwin and Danny Glover team up for a new thriller. Plus tons of hints for Once Upon a Time, Agents of SHIELD, Doctor Who, Arrow and more. Spoilers ahead… Top image: Doctor Who…

Television Katharine Trendacosta Sep 15

Extraterrestrial Trailer Promises The Return Of Alien Horror

After slogging through one disappointing alien horror film after the other, here’s hoping that Extraterrestrial will be different—and actually be scary. Check out the first trailer and let us know: did it give you chills? Extraterrestrial was written by the Vicious Brothers, and directed by one half of the team, Colin Minihan. The Vicious Brothers…

io9 Meredith Woerner Sep 10

Do We Already Know The Secret Bat-Villain In Batman Vs. Superman?

Check out a ton of behind-the-scenes “B-roll” footage from X-Men: Days of Future Past. Whether Pacific Rim 2 happens depends on the right story being written. And Dylan Bruce talks about what’s next for Paul and Rachel on Orphan Black. Spoilers now! Top image: Batman Vs. Superman X-Men: Days of Future Past Despite saying that…

io9 Katharine Trendacosta May 20

How We Go Looking For Life on Other Planets

There are, as best we can estimate, hundreds of billions of galaxies in the universe. (There may be more.) Average galaxies carry the weight of hundreds of billions of stars. If a habitable planet whirls around just one star in every million, the number of worlds which could harbor life would number in the quadrillions.…

Space & Spaceflight Tom Hartsfield - Real Clear Science Sep 2

Scientists Discover Iron Man Found by Nazis Is of Extraterrestrial Origin

No, it isn’t the plot for the next Indiana Jones movie: According to a research paper published on the journal Meteoritics & Planetary Science, scientists have discovered that an Iron Man sculpture found by a Nazi expedition in Tibet is of extraterrestrial origin. The Nazi archeologists found the Iron Man in a remote region of…

Space & Spaceflight Jesus Diaz Sep 27

The First Reactions to Man of Steel Footage. Plus a New Iron Man 3 Villain!

Could The Avengers bring Justice League back from the dead? A Chronicle star will bully Chloe Moretz’s new Carrie. A new video highlights the legendary Rick Baker’s alien creations in Men in Black 3. Plus a new Doctor Who mini-episode! Spoilers from here on out! Man of Steel WETA reportedly showed a sizzle reel of…

Television Alasdair Wilkins May 17

Which Underdog Movie Could Be This Summer’s Sleeper Hit?

Every summer, there’s at least one smaller movie that breaks out of the pack. A film that’s not based on a huge comic book or toy franchise, with a budget under $100 million. Even though summer is supposed to belong to the big superhero and toy movies, there’s always at least one upstart that surprises…

Movies Charlie Jane Anders May 4

33 Science Fiction and Fantasy Movies that Could Rock Your Summer

This year’s summer movies just won’t let up. There’s Joss Whedon’s Avengers, Chris Nolan’s third Batman film, and Ridley Scott’s long-awaited return to space horror. Plus maybe a dozen other movies that look like they could be totally fantastic. Here’s our complete list of 32 movies coming out between now and September — including superheroes,…

Movies Charlie Jane Anders Apr 23

Of Course, the US Government Officially Denies Any Contact With Aliens

Answering to a We the People petition, the White House has officially replied to all those who wanted to know if aliens exists or if they have ever contacted us. The answer: no… but we’re looking into it. Kind of. Phil Larson, who works on space policy and communications at the White House Office of…

Space & Spaceflight Jesus Diaz Nov 8

Watch the first trailer for the Timecrimes director’s new alien invasion movie!

Check out the brand new trailer for the alien invasion movie from Nacho Vigalondo (better known for his time-bendy movie Timecrimes.) It features a crashing hangover, the aftermath of a one-night stand… and aliens attacking in four-mile-wide spaceships. Extraterrestre, which will be premiering at TIFF, stars Michelle Jenner and Carlos Areces. Here’s the synopsis: Julio…

io9 Meredith Woerner Sep 9

Extraterrestrial

New Theory Could Dramatically Expand the Search for Aliens

Interstellar Visitor Zipping Through Our Solar System Could Be a Hostile Probe, Alien-Hyping Scientists Warn

Space Ice Is Actually Really Weird, Scientists Say

How Early Scientists Envisioned Life Beyond Earth

Kids vs. Aliens Delivers a Kick-Ass Close Encounter

Covet This Bizarre E.T. the Extraterrestrial Merch From Universal Studios Japan

Aliens Abducted My Parents Finds Companionship in the Loneliness

E.T., the Beloved Alien Who Nearly Murdered a Little Boy, Is for Sale

Ridley Scott Thinks Aliens Are Real and They’ll Probably Kill Us

An Alien Hunter on the Risks and Rewards of Landing on Europa

Where In the Universe Is Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: Episode VII?

Extraterrestrial Trailer Promises The Return Of Alien Horror

Do We Already Know The Secret Bat-Villain In Batman Vs. Superman?

How We Go Looking For Life on Other Planets

Scientists Discover Iron Man Found by Nazis Is of Extraterrestrial Origin

The First Reactions to Man of Steel Footage. Plus a New Iron Man 3 Villain!

Which Underdog Movie Could Be This Summer’s Sleeper Hit?

33 Science Fiction and Fantasy Movies that Could Rock Your Summer

Of Course, the US Government Officially Denies Any Contact With Aliens

Watch the first trailer for the Timecrimes director’s new alien invasion movie!

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Utah Is Giving Dr. AI the Power to Renew Drug Prescriptions

Here’s the Perfect Excuse to See ‘Project Hail Mary’ Again

US Airlines Are Hiking Bag Fees Amid Iran War Oil Crisis

This Ridiculously Simple Trick Might Stop Gulls From Nabbing Your Lunch

‘Starfleet Academy’ Season 3 Could Have Done the ‘Voyager’ Sequel Episode of Robert Picardo’s Dreams

Judge Kills Lawsuit Against Infamous Study That Might Have Increased Teen Suicides

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