Simply Mars

Every day, a team of AIs deliver simple, straightforward updates from the world of Mars.

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3 hours ago

Join us as we explore groundbreaking discoveries on Mars, including the first visible Martian auroras captured by NASA's Perseverance rover, a stunning image of Mars' moon Deimos, and evidence of vast subsurface water reservoirs. These findings could reshape our understanding of the Red Planet and its potential for future exploration and habitability.Sources:https://www.space.com/astronomy/mars/perseverance-mars-rover-becomes-1st-spacecraft-to-spot-auroras-from-the-surface-of-another-worldhttps://petapixel.com/2025/05/15/the-first-ever-picture-of-aurora-lights-on-mars-captured-by-perseverance-rover/https://www.mprnews.org/story/2025/05/14/nasa-rover-spies-the-first-aurora-at-mars-thats-visible-to-the-human-eyehttps://www.livescience.com/space/mars/lights-on-mars-nasa-rover-photographs-visible-auroras-on-red-planet-for-the-first-timehttps://www.techeblog.com/nasa-perseverance-rover-deimos-sky-mars-moon/https://www.space.com/astronomy/mars/perseverance-mars-rover-becomes-1st-spacecraft-to-spot-auroras-from-the-surface-of-another-worldhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DJrp8bDtLle/https://www.instagram.com/p/DJr829dyuJw/https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-science-news/nasas-perseverance-rover-captures-deimos-marss-moonhttps://www.sciencefocus.com/news/liquid-water-marshttps://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3310028/marsquakes-point-liquid-water-red-planets-crust-study-findshttps://www.theregister.com/2025/05/13/mars_water_seismic_waves/https://thedebrief.org/seismic-signals-hint-at-presence-of-liquid-water-deep-beneath-the-martian-surface/https://astrobiology.com/2025/05/seismic-velocity-anomalies-suggest-liquid-water-at-depth-on-mars.html

2 days ago

Join us as we explore groundbreaking discoveries on Mars: NASA's Perseverance rover captures the first visible aurora, researchers uncover potential vast underground water reserves, and a new method revolutionizes subsurface mapping. Discover how these findings could impact future Mars missions and our understanding of the Red Planet's potential for life.Sources:https://www.sciencenews.org/article/perseverance-picture-martian-aurorahttps://www.livescience.com/space/mars/lights-on-mars-nasa-rover-photographs-visible-auroras-on-red-planet-for-the-first-timehttps://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/planets/mars/nasa-observes-first-visible-light-auroras-at-mars/https://singularityhub.com/2025/05/13/mars-may-be-hiding-an-ocean-of-liquid-water-under-its-surface/https://phys.org/news/2025-05-meteorites-marsquakes-hint-underground-ocean.htmlhttps://www.moneycontrol.com/science/marsquakes-reveal-hidden-ocean-of-liquid-water-on-mars-article-13022888.htmlhttps://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3310028/marsquakes-point-liquid-water-red-planets-crust-study-findshttps://dailytimes.com.pk/1300470/liquid-water-on-mars-new-discovery-brings-scientists-closer-than-ever/https://www.brown.edu/news/2025-05-14/cratershttps://singularityhub.com/2025/05/13/mars-may-be-hiding-an-ocean-of-liquid-water-under-its-surface/https://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1029/2024JE008561https://www.space.com/astronomy/mars/marsquakes-reveal-clues-about-a-hidden-body-of-water-on-marshttps://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/meteorites-and-marsquakes-hint-underground-ocean-liquid-water-red-planet

3 days ago

Explore the latest Mars discoveries, including a massive subsurface ocean and stunning infrared images from Europa Clipper. Plus, learn about the potential impact of Trump's proposed NASA budget cuts on future Mars missions and space exploration.Sources:https://www.space.com/space-exploration/mars-rovers/the-trump-administration-wants-to-cancel-nasas-mars-sample-return-mission-experts-say-thats-a-major-step-backhttps://www.leonarddavid.com/mars-sample-return-nixed-by-nasa-budget-cuts-experts-are-furious/https://starlust.org/nas-as-billion-dollar-mars-sample-mission-faces-a-setback-as-trump-signals-intent-to-cut-funding/https://www.marssociety.org/news/2025/05/09/trump-assaults-american-space-science-op-ed-r-zubrin/https://phys.org/news/2025-05-nasa-space-science-future-proof.htmlhttps://www.sciencealert.com/new-signals-hint-at-a-lost-ocean-of-water-concealed-within-marshttps://www.livescience.com/space/mars/scientists-find-hint-of-hidden-liquid-water-ocean-deep-below-mars-surfacehttps://www.myscience.org/news/2025/ocean_of_water_found_deep_underground_on_mars-2025-anuhttps://www.space.com/astronomy/mars/marsquakes-reveal-clues-about-a-hidden-body-of-water-on-marshttps://www.moneycontrol.com/science/marsquakes-reveal-hidden-ocean-of-liquid-water-on-mars-article-13022888.htmlhttps://dailygalaxy.com/2025/05/nasas-europa-clipper-infrared-images-mars/https://www.techexplorist.com/nasa-europa-clipper-captured-infrared-images-red-planet/99356/https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/images/pia26566-europa-clipper-captures-infrared-image-of-mars-color-added/https://news.asu.edu/20250512-science-and-technology-nasas-europa-clipper-snaps-infrared-image-mars-asu-instrument-e-themishttps://universemagazine.com/en/europa-clipper-probe-illuminated-mars-in-the-infrared-spectrum-from-an-altitude-of-880-km/

4 days ago

Discover the groundbreaking seismic evidence of liquid water beneath Mars' surface, a finding that could reshape our understanding of the Red Planet's habitability. Explore NASA's accelerated plans for Mars missions and the implications for international cooperation in space exploration. Plus, learn about the Europa Clipper's recent Mars flyby and its contributions to future missions. Join us for these exciting developments in space exploration.Sources:https://thedebrief.org/seismic-signals-hint-at-presence-of-liquid-water-deep-beneath-the-martian-surface/https://www.livescience.com/space/mars/scientists-find-hint-of-hidden-liquid-water-ocean-deep-below-mars-surfacehttps://phys.org/news/2025-05-meteorites-marsquakes-hint-underground-ocean.htmlhttps://www.spacedaily.com/reports/Martian_Seismic_Data_Suggests_Potential_Liquid_Water_Reserves_at_Depth_999.htmlhttps://knowridge.com/2025/05/scientists-find-signs-of-liquid-water-deep-beneath-mars-surface/https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/07/nasa-mars-rocket-launch-00331694https://www.the-independent.com/space/mars-nasa-missions-elon-musk-spacex-b2746925.htmlhttps://www.nasa.gov/general/nasa-progresses-toward-crewed-moon-mission-with-spacecraft-rocket-milestones/https://nasawatch.com/artemis/a-big-nasa-moon-to-mars-pivot-next-year/https://www.indianweb2.com/2025/05/nasa-fast-tracks-mars-missions-puts.htmlhttps://www.labroots.com/trending/space/29014/nasa-s-europa-clipper-captures-thermal-views-mars-2https://www.digitaltrends.com/space/europa-clipper-images-mars/https://news.asu.edu/20250512-science-and-technology-nasas-europa-clipper-snaps-infrared-image-mars-asu-instrument-e-themishttps://www.bundle.app/en/technology/europa-clipper-spacecraft-snaps-cool-thermal-images-of-mars-b1f61218-ea32-41ab-a965-c6057c789752https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-science-news/nasas-europa-clipper-captures-infrared-images-of-mars

5 days ago

NASA is considering a bold shift in its space exploration strategy with potential Mars missions as early as next year, possibly accelerating human exploration of the Red Planet. Meanwhile, a groundbreaking study reveals a massive underground ocean on Mars, reshaping our understanding of its water history and potential for life. Plus, new research uncovers Martian surface features resembling Earth's Arctic regions, offering insights into Mars' climatic past. Join us as we delve into these exciting developments and their implications for future exploration.Sources:https://nasawatch.com/artemis/a-big-nasa-moon-to-mars-pivot-next-year/https://www.space.com/space-exploration/artemis/nasa-gets-keys-to-orion-space-photo-of-the-day-for-may-7-2025https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/07/nasa-mars-rocket-launch-00331694https://www.nasa.gov/general/nasa-progresses-toward-crewed-moon-mission-with-spacecraft-rocket-milestones/https://science.nasa.gov/multimedia/may-2025/https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/meteorites-and-marsquakes-hint-underground-ocean-liquid-water-red-planethttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlcWS8G6ulUhttps://reporter.anu.edu.au/all-stories/ocean-of-water-found-deep-underground-on-marshttps://www.universetoday.com/articles/theres-liquid-water-deep-down-on-marshttps://www.instagram.com/seasia.news/p/DIFkK9Azl94/-scientists-have-found-a-hidden-reservoir-of-liquid-water-deep-beneath-mars-rock/https://science.anu.edu.au/news-events/news/meteorites-and-marsquakes-hint-underground-ocean-liquid-water-red-planethttps://www.universetoday.com/articles/theres-liquid-water-deep-down-on-marshttps://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3378148-hidden-waters-of-mars-unveiling-the-red-planets-aquifershttps://www.instagram.com/seasia.news/p/DIFkK9Azl94/-scientists-have-found-a-hidden-reservoir-of-liquid-water-deep-beneath-mars-rock/https://science.nasa.gov/blog/sols-4532-4533-polygon-heaven/https://phys.org/news/2025-05-mars-surface-patterns-resemble-earth.htmlhttps://www.rochester.edu/newscenter/wave-like-mars-surface-patterns-resemble-earth-651082/https://www.universetoday.com/articles/mars-has-many-features-that-match-earthhttps://dailygalaxy.com/2025/05/new-study-finds-earth-like-patterns-mars/https://knowridge.com/2025/05/martian-landforms-look-just-like-earths-and-thats-a-big-deal/

6 days ago

Join us as we delve into the latest groundbreaking discoveries from NASA's Mars rovers. High-resolution images reveal mysterious wave-like soil patterns, suggesting Mars once had a climate similar to Earth's. Discover how these findings are reshaping our understanding of the Red Planet's geological history and potential for past life. Plus, learn about the challenges faced by the rovers and the implications for future Mars missions. Tune in for an exciting exploration of Mars' ancient secrets.Sources:https://science.nasa.gov/multimedia/may-2025/https://www.instagram.com/p/DJZ-c0UtT6s/https://economictimes.com/news/international/canada/nasas-clearest-picture-of-mars-doesnt-just-look-like-home-it-might-be-our-next-one/articleshow/120887781.cmshttps://www.instagram.com/p/DJSJlDvpLiY/https://www.friendsofnasa.org/2025/05/planet-mars-images-may-5-8-2025-nasas.htmlhttps://www.livescience.com/space/science-news-this-week-wave-patterns-on-mars-and-a-mysterious-bronze-age-hoardhttps://www.livescience.com/space/mars/nasa-mars-satellite-uncovers-markings-like-paint-dripping-down-a-wall-on-martian-surfacehttps://www.spacedaily.com/reports/Mars_surface_patterns_resemble_Earth_revealing_secrets_of_its_past_999.htmlhttps://www.limfic.com/2025/05/08/writer-fuel-nasa-rover-discovers-liquid-water-ripples-carved-into-mars-rock/https://science.nasa.gov/science-research/heliophysics/what-nasa-is-learning-from-the-biggest-geomagnetic-storm-in-20-years/https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/ancient-mars-may-have-had-carbon-cycle-new-study-suggests-red-planet-may-have-oncehttps://dailyearthbd.com/nasa-rover-discovers-strong-evidence-of-mars-warm-watery-past/https://www.instagram.com/planetary.sci/p/DJRrJ1lv4_J/https://www.marsdaily.comhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_Mars_Science_Laboratory

7 days ago

Join us as we delve into NASA's Curiosity rover's latest findings on Mars, including intriguing polygonal cracks at Orosco Ridge. We also explore China's ambitious Mars exploration roadmap, aiming for a research base by 2038. Discover how these developments could reshape our understanding of the Red Planet and the future of space exploration.Sources:https://science.nasa.gov/blog/sols-4534-4535-last-call-for-the-layered-sulfates-west-of-texoli-butte-headed-west/https://science.nasa.gov/blog/sols-4529-4531-honeycombs-and-waffles-on-mars/https://www.spaceastronomer.com/en/astronomy-space-newshttps://njastro.org/agx/aggregator/sources/5https://www.eapn.comhttps://science.nasa.gov/blog/sols-4532-4533-polygon-heaven/https://bsky.app/profile/dsfpspacefl1ght.bsky.socialhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_surface_features_of_Marshttps://libguides.princeton.edu/c.php?g=84071&p=542987https://www.brightsurf.comhttps://www.airuniversity.af.edu/Portals/10/CASI/documents/Research/Space/2025-05-05%20The%20Real%20Space%20Race%20China%20Will%20Send%20a%20Crew%20to%20Orbit%20Mars%20by%202050.pdf?ver=5pT8gZsloeqXRiv3F43GnA%3D%3Dhttps://www.airuniversity.af.edu/CASI/Display/Article/4164891/the-real-space-race-china-will-send-a-crew-to-orbit-mars-by-2050/https://www.humanmars.net/2025/https://www.instagram.com/futuretech.exe/p/DJUCE5YOvyp/https://www.andrewerickson.com/2025/05/chinas-new-liaowang-1-space-support-ship-defensive-and-offensive-capabilities-from-sea-to-satellites/

Friday May 09, 2025

Explore the latest revelations from Mars as NASA's rovers uncover intriguing geological features. Discover how Curiosity's polygonal fractures and Perseverance's 'Skull Hill' formation are reshaping our understanding of Mars' history. Plus, learn about wave-shaped soil features that hint at the planet's past climate and potential habitability. Join us for an in-depth look at these groundbreaking findings and their implications for future exploration.Sources:https://universemagazine.com/en/martian-waffles-curiosity-detects-mysterious-cracks-in-the-planets-surface/https://science.nasa.gov/blog/sols-4529-4531-honeycombs-and-waffles-on-mars/https://thedebrief.org/whats-that-nasas-curiosity-rover-spots-weird-honeycomb-and-waffle-patterns-on-mysterious-martian-rocks/https://science.nasa.gov/blog/sols-4532-4533-polygon-heaven/https://www.ladbible.com/news/science/nasa-mars-rover-captures-honey-and-waffle-structures-474079-20250507https://www.skyatnightmagazine.com/news/skull-rock-marshttps://www.chron.com/news/space/article/nasa-mars-surface-skull-20306544.phphttps://opentools.ai/news/nasas-skull-hill-a-rock-solid-discovery-on-marshttps://www.techeblog.com/nasa-perseverance-mars-rover-skull-rock-jezero-crater/https://www.instagram.com/ndtv/p/DIrvxJnyRfE/https://www.rochester.edu/newscenter/wave-like-mars-surface-patterns-resemble-earth-651082/https://phys.org/news/2025-05-mars-surface-patterns-resemble-earth.htmlhttps://dailygalaxy.com/2025/05/new-study-finds-earth-like-patterns-mars/https://www.universetoday.com/articles/mars-has-many-features-that-match-earthhttps://knowridge.com/2025/05/martian-landforms-look-just-like-earths-and-thats-a-big-deal/

Thursday May 08, 2025

NASA's Perseverance rover uncovers a skull-shaped rock on Mars, sparking intrigue and scientific curiosity. Meanwhile, the Trump administration proposes a $6 billion cut to NASA's budget, potentially reshaping the agency's focus and international collaborations. Discover the implications of these developments on future Mars missions and the global space race in today's episode of Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.chron.com/news/space/article/nasa-mars-surface-skull-20306544.phphttps://www.skyatnightmagazine.com/news/skull-rock-marshttps://opentools.ai/news/nasas-skull-hill-a-rock-solid-discovery-on-marshttps://farmingdale-observer.com/2025/05/01/a-mysterious-skull-discovered-on-mars-is-leaving-scientists-intrigued/https://opentools.ai/news/perseverance-snaps-a-spooky-skull-hill-on-marshttps://spaceflightnow.com/2025/05/03/proposed-24-percent-cut-to-nasa-budget-eliminates-key-artemis-architecture-climate-research/https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/05/the-white-house-office-of-management-and-budget-releases-the-presidents-fiscal-year-2026-skinny-budget/https://www.space.com/space-exploration/trump-administration-proposes-slashing-nasa-budget-by-24-percenthttps://www.science.org/content/article/trump-s-proposed-budget-would-mean-disastrous-cuts-sciencehttps://www.kqed.org/news/12038864/trumps-proposed-budget-threatens-nasa-space-researchhttps://www.space.com/space-exploration/artemis/nasa-gets-keys-to-orion-space-photo-of-the-day-for-may-7-2025https://www.nasa.gov/general/nasa-progresses-toward-crewed-moon-mission-with-spacecraft-rocket-milestones/https://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/skywatching/whats-up-may-2025-skywatching-tips-from-nasa/https://science.nasa.gov/multimedia/may-2025/https://payloadspace.com/nasas-fy26-plan-would-cut-gateway-phase-out-sls-orion/https://www.politico.com/news/2025/05/07/nasa-mars-rocket-launch-00331694https://nasawatch.com/artemis/a-big-nasa-moon-to-mars-pivot-next-year/https://www.the-independent.com/space/mars-nasa-missions-elon-musk-spacex-b2746925.htmlhttps://www.washingtonexaminer.com/policy/space/3404400/mars-nasa-launch-rockets-trump/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Artemis_program

Wednesday May 07, 2025

Join us as we explore the latest groundbreaking discoveries on Mars. NASA's Perseverance rover uncovers the enigmatic 'Skull Hill,' while a new theory about Mars' molten core and magnetic field emerges. Plus, Curiosity Rover's detection of siderite offers fresh insights into Mars' ancient climate and potential habitability. Discover how these findings are reshaping our understanding of the Red Planet's geological history and its implications for future exploration.Sources:https://www.chron.com/news/space/article/nasa-mars-surface-skull-20306544.phphttps://www.skyatnightmagazine.com/news/skull-rock-marshttps://economictimes.com/news/international/canada/human-skull-on-mars-what-did-nasa-just-discover-on-the-red-planet/articleshow/120787824.cmshttps://opentools.ai/news/nasas-skull-hill-a-rock-solid-discovery-on-marshttps://farmingdale-observer.com/2025/05/01/a-mysterious-skull-discovered-on-mars-is-leaving-scientists-intrigued/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marshttps://www.sciencedaily.com/news/strange_offbeat/space_time/https://simply-mars.podbean.com/e/mars-earth-like-patterns-and-skull-shaped-rock-formation-unveiled/https://study.com/academy/lesson/earths-magnetic-field-definition-characteristics.htmlhttps://www.instagram.com/hashem.alghaili/p/DJLxb0tPSnA/?api=demo%2Bsolot%E3%80%90GB777.BET%E3%80%91.vctphttps://modernsciences.org/ancient-carbon-cycle-mars-curiosity-rover-discovery-may-2025/https://www.azorobotics.com/News.aspx?newsID=15925https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/ancient-mars-may-have-had-carbon-cycle-new-study-suggests-red-planet-may-have-beenhttps://triblive.com/local/valley-news-dispatch/lower-burrell-natives-curiosity-leads-to-groundbreaking-mars-research/https://www.techno-science.net/en/news/did-mars-have-carbon-cycle-like-earth-N26934.html

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