Record spin for newfound asteroid

Solar System's 'look-alike' found
Astronomers discover a planetary system orbiting a distant star which looks much like our own.

Methane found on distant world
A carbon-containing molecule has been detected for the first time on a planet outside our Solar System.

'Solar taxi' goes round the world
Swiss adventurer Louis Palmer takes his solar-powered car to the UN climate change talks after a round-the-world trip.

Seawater holds key to future food
Growing crops in salt water is becoming necessary to overcome shortages of fresh water, scientists say.

Rock art reveals unknown bat
An ancient cave painting in Australia depicts a previously unknown species of large bat, according to researchers.