Despite its low profile, Proxima has two claims to fame: it's the closest star at 4.24 light-years and orbited by at least two planets, named Proxima Centauri b and c.

Proxima Centauri b is the closest known exoplanet to our solar system that is thought to be within the habitable zone of its star.

Speculate on the potential for life and the nature of an alien civilization residing on Proxima b. Trump Signs Executive Order To Change College Accreditation The Village shopping center set to ...

Proxima b is so interesting for scientists because it's literally the closest potentially Earth-like planet, at just over four light years away. The planet orbits its star at a distance of just 4. ...

Earth's magnetic field does more than keep everyone's compass needles pointed in the same direction. It also helps preserve Earth’s sliver of life-sustaining atmosphere by deflecting high energy ...