Happy new year Mars! NASA marks the start of another Martian year

Mars celebrated its New Year on November 13, 2024, as the Red Planet takes 687 Earth days to orbit the Sun. NASA marked the occasion on social media, highlighting the difference in Martian and Earth years. Rovers like Perseverance and Curiosity, currently exploring Mars, face challenges during the long Martian winters due to limited sunlight for their solar panels.