Were it not for this greenhouse effect, even with Venus' location closer to the sun by about 25% relative to our Earth (which means Venus receives twice as much energy from the sun as Earth), its ...

Some lucky stargazers could have a double feature of the planet Venus this weekend. On Saturday and Sunday, the Earth will have an inferior conjunction (closest approach) with Venus, the sixth ...

Astronomers are making a surprising breakthrough in the study of Venus, as new simulations suggest there may be a hidden ...

For planets, size and location matter Temperature and pressure are what set Venus apart from Earth. Gilmore says these differences stem from a couple of factors: distance from the sun, and the ...

This is because Venus is considered an inferior planet, thanks to its location between Earth and the Sun. Thus, it goes through distinct phases as seen from our planet.

This Sunday, June 22, offers a breathtaking sky show, with a stunning triangular alignment of the waning crescent moon, the ...

NASA scientists found that the outer shell of Venus may be resurfacing the planet. The team studied geological features called "coronae" in Magellan mission images.

Venus, the Planet of Love, ... “Depending on location and climate conditions, February can be one of the snowiest months of the year,” writes Melissa Mayntz for Farmers’ Almanac.

According to Star Walk, from Jan. 8-14, the planets that are visible next to the moon are Mercury, Venus, Saturn and Jupiter. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

A swarm of large asteroids likely lurking around Venus could one day pose an "invisible threat" to Earth if left unchecked, astronomers have warned.