Water found in samples from surface of asteroid
Scientists have made the first measurements of water in samples collected from the surface of an asteroid, according to a new study.
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Japan asteroid probe makes 'tantalizing' solar system discoveries
An unmanned Japanese spacecraft orbiting an asteroid has made surprising discoveries that scientists say will improve understanding about the origin's of the Earth's water and help search for life in other solar systems.
Japan's Hayabusa asteroid rovers send back first footage
Japan's intrepid, hopping asteroid rovers have sent back footage and high-resolution imagery of the surface of the celestial body they have been exploring, according to tweets from Japan's space agency.
