Northern Lights Forecast: Aurora Borealis May Appear In These 15 States Tonight
A rare geomagnetic storm may bring the Northern Lights as far south as 15 U.S. states tonight, offering a stunning skywatching opportunity amid the peak of solar activity.
SpaceX and NASA to Launch a Groundbreaking Mission to Study Mysterious Auroral Currents
NASA and SpaceX are launching the first mission dedicated to studying auroral electrojets, massive electric currents that shape the northern lights and impact Earth’s space weather.
Northern Lights Alert: 10 U.S. States May Witness Auroras Tonight as Geomagnetic Storm Arrives
A geomagnetic storm tonight could bring the northern lights to 10 U.S. states, offering a rare chance to witness this celestial spectacle.
Why Auroras Are Suddenly Appearing Across the Globe?
Auroras are lighting up the skies in places they’ve never been seen before—what’s causing this sudden explosion of northern lights? A powerful shift in solar activity is rewriting the rules…
Northern Lights Alert: Solar Storm Could Bring Aurora Borealis to Unexpected Locations
A powerful solar storm is set to impact Earth’s atmosphere this weekend, and skywatchers across the U.S. might be in for a rare treat. According to NOAA, this surge in…
Aurora Alert: Northern Lights Could Dazzle the Skies Over 10 States Tonight
A spectacular celestial phenomenon could grace U.S. skies tonight as the aurora borealis dazzles under the influence of an intensifying geomagnetic storm. This rare event promises a breathtaking display of…
Northern Lights Alert: Spectacular Auroras Could Shine Across the U.S.—When and Where to Watch!
A dazzling celestial event is unfolding as a powerful geomagnetic storm promises to bring the vibrant northern lights far beyond their usual Arctic skies. With recent solar eruptions sending waves…
Mysterious Blue Aurora in Japan Challenges Scientists’ Understanding of Earth’s Atmosphere
A mysterious blue aurora recently appeared over Japan, leaving scientists puzzled and challenging existing theories about Earth's atmosphere. The phenomenon, which occurred at altitudes far higher than typical auroras, has…
Northern Lights Forecast: Where to See the Aurora Borealis in the U.S. Tonight
A surge in solar activity is bringing the Northern Lights into view across parts of the northern United States, offering a rare opportunity for stargazers. This vibrant aurora display, typically…
NASA Confirms Sun Enters Solar Maximum: Spectacular Auroras and Intensified Space Weather Ahead
NASA has confirmed that the Sun is at solar maximum, the peak of its 11-year cycle. This phase brings more frequent auroras and powerful space weather events, which could last…
Northern Lights Set to Dazzle Half of the US as ‘Severe’ Storm Promises Rare Aurora Show—Here’s Where You Can See It This Week
A powerful G4-class geomagnetic storm is set to illuminate the skies across the United States this week, offering a rare opportunity to witness the Northern Lights. The Space Weather Prediction…
Powerful Solar Flare to Trigger Auroras and Possible Communication Disruptions
A massive X7.1-class solar flare erupted from the sun on October 1, 2024, sending a coronal mass ejection (CME) toward Earth. The resulting geomagnetic storm could trigger auroras visible in…
Powerful Solar Storm Expected to Spark Northern Lights Across US and Europe: Here’s Where You Can See the Auroras Tonight
A rare and intense geomagnetic storm is forecasted for September 16, potentially pushing the northern lights as far south as California, Missouri, and parts of Europe. Triggered by a massive…
X4.5 Solar Flare from AR3825 Sends CME Toward Earth, Auroras and Disruptions Expected
On September 14, 2024, a significant X4.5 solar flare erupted from the newly numbered Active Region 3825 (AR3825) on the Sun’s southeastern limb. The flare ranks among the strongest in…
Aurora Alert: Spectacular Northern Lights Expected Tonight—Here’s Where to Watch
On the night of September 12, 2024, solar storms are expected to ignite auroras across parts of the Northern Hemisphere, giving skywatchers in northern U.S. states and Canada a chance…
Auroras to Light Up the Sky: Russell-McPherron Effect and Solar Activity Promise Stunning Displays
As we approach the September equinox, experts are forecasting an increased likelihood of vibrant auroras due to the Russell-McPherron effect. This phenomenon, first described by Christopher Russell and Robert McPherron…
Missed the Auroras? Here’s Where You Can See Them Again This Week Across the U.S.
If you’ve been enjoying the northern lights over the past few weeks, you’re in luck—you’ll have the chance to see them again this week. Thanks to increased solar activity, the…
Incredible New Images from ISS Showcase Auroras and Moon Like Never Before
Newly released images from the International Space Station (ISS) have captured the stunning beauty of the aurora borealis and the glowing moon in ways never seen before. These breathtaking photos…
Geomagnetic Storm of Rare Intensity Lights Up the Sky with Spectacular Auroras
On August 12, 2024, Earth was struck by a severe G4-class geomagnetic storm, following a series of powerful solar eruptions. The storm, classified as a “severe” event by the National…
Aurora Alert: Spectacular Northern Lights Expected Across the U.S. This Weekend
This weekend, skywatchers in parts of the United States and Canada are in for a rare and breathtaking treat as the Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, are expected to make…
NASA’s SDO Captures Fiery Twin Flares on the Sun, Sparking Auroras
On August 5, 2024, NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) observed two significant solar flares. These twin X-class flares, the most intense type of solar flare, erupted from the Sun, providing…
Aurora Borealis Forecast: Last Chance to Witness the Northern Lights This Week
The aurora borealis, or Northern Lights, offers a mesmerizing display of vibrant colors dancing across the night sky, typically visible in high-latitude regions. This evening presents a unique opportunity for…
Aurora Alert: Geomagnetic Storm May Illuminate These States on Wednesday!
A geomagnetic storm watch has been issued by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), with the potential to light up the skies across northern U.S. states with the northern…
Auroras’ Dark Side: Direct Solar Shocks Pose Infrastructure Threats
Scientists have issued a new warning about the powerful impact of “head-on” interplanetary shocks on Earth’s magnetic field, which can cause stunning aurora displays but also threaten critical infrastructure. The…
Unique ‘Polar Rain’ Aurora Seen from Earth: A First in Astronomical Observation
On Christmas Day 2022, a remarkable and unprecedented type of aurora was observed over the Arctic, offering a unique insight into the interactions between the sun and Earth’s magnetic field.…
Northern Lights Alert: Auroras May Be Visible Again in These States Tonight!
The northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis, might be visible tonight in parts of the upper Midwest due to a minor geomagnetic storm. The Space Weather Prediction Center…
Aurora-Triggering Sunspot Cluster Returns, Firing Off Powerful Solar Flare
A particularly long-lived and violent sunspot cluster, designated AR 3723, has rotated back into view for the third time, promptly firing off an M9.3 solar flare. This cluster, which has…
Auroras, Star Eclipse, Blue Moon: Spectacular Summer 2024 Night Sky Events You Don’t Want to Miss!
The summer night sky in 2024 promises a spectacular array of celestial events, from stunning auroras, to planetary conjunctions and rare eclipses. Here’s a detailed look at what skywatchers in…
Northern Lights: Here’s Where the Auroras May Be Visible Again Tonight!
There is a chance to witness the northern lights in Canada and parts of the northern U.S. once again tonight, marking another opportunity following May’s historic solar geomagnetic storm. This…
Northern Lights Forecast: Where to See the Aurora Borealis Tonight
The northern lights, or aurora borealis, are set to illuminate the skies over parts of Canada and the northern United States this weekend. This celestial display follows a series of…
Aurora Borealis: The Spectacular Light Show Expected Again Soon
The Aurora Borealis, also known as the northern lights, is set to grace the night skies once again in early June. This breathtaking phenomenon, characterized by vibrant displays of green,…
Why Did May’s Solar Storms Create the Best Auroras in Centuries?
May 2024 witnessed an extraordinary display of auroras, some of the most intense and vivid seen in centuries. The spectacular light shows, visible far beyond the usual Arctic and Antarctic…
Mystery of Jupiter's X-Ray Auroras Solved – Ends a 40-year Quest – The Daily Galaxy
Posted on Jul 13, 2021 in Astronomy, Science, Solar System “We have seen Jupiter producing X-ray aurora for four decades, but we didn’t know how this happened. We only knew…
Solar-Wind Powered Aurora's at Jupiter's Poles -"Heating the Gas Giant" – The Daily Galaxy
“Such heating and chemical reactions may tell us something about other planets with harsh environments, and even early Earth,” said Yasumasa Kasaba of Tohoku University, who also worked…
Jupiter's Moons Create a Wild Magic Show of Color and Shadows On Its Polar Auroras | The Daily Galaxy
New images from NASA’s Juno spacecraft show an unusual “footprint” of Jupiter’s moons on their parent planet’s aurorae. The data reveal that, rather than casting one “shadow” in Jupiter’s aurorae,…
Hubble’s Vivid New Images of Jupiter’s Polar Aurora –“Larger than Earth” – The Daily Galaxy
Posted on Jun 30, 2016 Astronomers are using the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope to study auroras — stunning light shows in a planet’s atmosphere — on the poles of the…
Cyclone Alfred’s Wrath Reshapes Iconic Australian Beaches
Cyclone Alfred has dramatically reshaped Australia’s iconic beaches, carving out massive erosion cliffs and sweeping away millions of tons of sand. But is this loss permanent, or will the coastline…
Solar Storm To Ignite Northern Lights Over New York Tonight
A solar storm is set to ignite the northern lights tonight, possibly reaching as far south as New York and Idaho. With the aurora forecast intensifying, skywatchers might be in…
Astronaut Captures Rare “Gigantic Jet” Lightning Blasting 50 Miles Into Space
An astronaut aboard the ISS captured a rare gigantic jet of upward-shooting lightning over New Orleans, revealing one of Earth’s most mysterious electrical phenomena.
NASA’s Webb Reveals a Mysterious, Complex Atmosphere Around a Starless Super-Jupiter
NASA’s Webb telescope has uncovered an unexpectedly dynamic atmosphere on a starless super-Jupiter, reshaping how scientists study alien worlds.
Northern Lights Set to Illuminate Skies as Geomagnetic Storm Hits — Here’s When and Where to See Them!
A geomagnetic storm is set to light up the skies just in time for Valentine's Day, potentially bringing the aurora borealis to areas where it’s rarely seen. Triggered by a…
AI Can Now Predict Solar Storms with Unbelievable Accuracy Before They Hit
The Sun is far from quiet—it’s a chaotic, unpredictable force that can unleash powerful solar storms without warning. But what if we could see them coming before they strike? A…
NASA Discovers Massive Hole in the Sun—62 Times Bigger Than Earth!
NASA has detected a massive hole in the Sun, measuring an astonishing 500,000 miles across—62 times the size of Earth. This coronal hole is currently blasting high-speed solar wind toward…
NASA’s Juno Mission Detects Most Powerful Volcanic Eruption Ever Seen on Io
NASA’s Juno mission has captured the most powerful volcanic eruption ever recorded on Io, Jupiter’s highly active moon. Even by Io’s extreme standards—where more than 400 volcanoes constantly reshape its…
Swarm Satellites Uncover Hidden Ocean Mysteries Beneath the Seafloor
Using faint magnetic signals from Earth’s oceans, the European Space Agency’s Swarm satellites are uncovering secrets about underwater magma, ocean salinity, and temperature changes. Originally launched to study Earth’s magnetic…
NASA Detects Eerie Chirping Plasma Waves Far Beyond Earth in an Unexpected Part of Space
A new cosmic mystery has emerged: high-pitched "chirping" plasma waves have been detected by NASA's Magnetospheric Multiscale (MMS) satellites far beyond Earth's magnetic field, in a region previously thought to…
Scientists Discover Mysterious Pale Glow Embedded in Northern Lights
A strange pale grey glow has been spotted amidst the vibrant greens and reds of the aurora borealis, leaving scientists puzzled. Could this be a previously unknown atmospheric phenomenon? Advanced…
Astronauts Capture Earth Like Never Before – Top Space Station Photos of 2024
Prepare to be amazed by the latest photos from the International Space Station. From unexpected cosmic phenomena to Earth's hidden wonders, astronauts continue to capture breathtaking views. Discover the 2024…
Northern Lights to Illuminate the Festive Sky in a Rare and Stunning Display!
This Christmas, the northern lights could bring an extra touch of magic to the holiday night sky. A geomagnetic storm caused by recent solar activity is setting the stage for…
Worthy of a Science Fiction Movie: NASA’s Juno Probe Captures an Image of a Dolphin on Jupiter’s Surface
Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system, continues to astound scientists and space enthusiasts alike. NASA's Juno probe, launched in 2011 and orbiting Jupiter since 2016, has captured a…
