Two new studies published over the last month have attempted to tackle the weighty questions of the fate of the Earth and all ...

The planet should not have survived the star's red giant phase—which sees a star balloon to more than 100 times its original ...

For decades, scientists have searched for a clear link between the sun's explosive storms and the weather that occurs on ...

Is the sun an only child? Or was it born into a (very, very) big family? The answer would tell us more than just how awkward holiday family reunions can be (if you think yours are bad, imagine how ...

Sunlight has both positive and negative effects on the human body. For example, it is well known that sun exposure can cause burns to the skin and increase the risk of cancer over the long term; ...

A sun rash can occur due to a genetic condition or the use of a certain medication. The rash may appear as small blisters and cause an itching or burning feeling, among other symptoms. Sun rash is a ...