For decades, scientists have speculated with considerable optimism that the vast ocean on Jupiter's icy moon Europa could have the right conditions to support life. But now, a new study published in ...

Imagine a world covered in thick ice, hiding an ocean bigger than all of Earth's seas combined. That is Jupiter's moon Europa, long hailed as one of the best bets for alien life in our solar system.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. New research shows salty ice on Jupiter’s moon Europa may sink, carrying nutrients to its hidden ocean and boosting life prospects ...