Astronomers thought JWST might find signs of life. Now they have a new plan.\u00a0<\/strong>Despite astronomers\u2019 hopes, the James Webb Space Telescope\u2019s observations haven\u2019t uncovered any exoplanets with Earth-like conditions or signs of life. The\u00a0latest article from Science Editor Asa Stahl explores why this may be, and what\u2019s next in the hunt for life beyond our Solar System.\u00a0Pictured: An artist\u2019s impression of an Earth-like exoplanet. Image credit: University of Chicago.<\/i><\/p>\n Here are the latest insights into space policy.\u00a0<\/strong>First, get\u00a0the full scoop on the latest NASA funding bill from the U.S. House of Representatives. Then, read\u00a0an analysis of the state of space policy from Planetary Society Chief of Space Policy, Casey Dreier.<\/p>\n What\u2019s the big deal about organics on Mars?\u00a0<\/strong>Amy Williams, astrobiologist and associate professor at the University of Florida, joins\u00a0this week\u2019s Planetary Radio to discuss a landmark experiment that revealed more than 20 organic molecules preserved in ancient Martian rock, and what this could tell us about Mars’ ancient habitability.<\/p>\n Exploring space is fun and easy for people of all ages!<\/strong> Check out\u00a0our new kids’ page for videos and activities to introduce young people to how cool space can be, and how they can learn more about planet Earth, our Solar System, and our amazing Universe.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n![\"Planetary](\"https:\/\/planetary.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/email\/newsletter\/email-tps-logo-small.png\"){kind=logo}
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