The Phoenix spacecraft has tasted Martian water for the first time, scientists reported Thursday. ...more

August 1, 2008

The Phoenix lander's first taste test of soil near Mars' north pole reveals a briny environment similar to what can be found in backyards on Earth, scientists said Thursday. ...more

June 27, 2008

LOS ANGELES - The Phoenix lander sent back the most detailed view of the Martian soil to date, showing clumps of fine grains mixed with possible minerals, scientists said Friday. ...more

June 15, 2008

After nearly two weeks of testing and preparation, NASA's Phoenix lander on Friday began its first day of science operations at Mars' north pole. ...more

June 7, 2008

Ground operations began Monday at the Phoenix landing site at Mars' north pole, with the latest images from the robotic lander showing a bizarre, checkerboard-type landscape apparently carved by the movement of ice lying only inches beneath the surface. ...more

May 27, 2008