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Indian Scientists Crack Code to Predict Solar Storms
Researchers in India discovered how to forecast dangerous solar eruptions that threaten power grids, using magnetic field patterns as an early warning system. The breakthrough could help protect satellites, communications, and electrical systems from geomagnetic storms.
Lost Photo of Astronomer Who Named Biggest Solar Storm Found
An archivist just discovered the only known photograph of Richard Carrington, the astronomer who witnessed the most powerful solar storm ever recorded in 1859. After 150 years of searching, the portrait turned up on eBay.
Rare Purple Aurora Lights Up Brazil During Solar Storm
A photographer in southern Brazil captured a stunning aurora, a sight almost never seen so far from the poles. The fleeting purple-red glow appeared during a powerful geomagnetic storm, fulfilling the photographer's longtime dream.
America's First Space Weather Satellite Reaches Its Post
A new satellite just reached its permanent home 1 million miles from Earth, where it will protect our planet from dangerous solar storms. SOLAR-1 is now standing guard between the sun and Earth, ready to give us early warning of incoming space weather.
Solar Orbiter Solves Mystery of Sun's Powerful Flares
Scientists just witnessed how solar flares really work, and it's changing our ability to predict dangerous space weather. The discovery could help protect our satellites, power grids, and communication systems from future solar storms.
Scientists Plan Artificial Eclipses to Predict Solar Storms
A UK-led space mission aims to create total solar eclipses on demand, giving scientists an unprecedented view of the sun's atmosphere to better forecast damaging solar storms. The innovation could protect our tech-dependent world from billion-dollar disruptions.
Astronaut Captures Stunning Aurora From Space Station
Japanese astronaut Kimiya Yui filmed a breathtaking aurora dancing across Earth during one of the decade's largest solar storms. His joy came from imagining people smiling as they watched the cosmic light show he captured.
NASA's 6 Mini-Satellites Pass Final Tests Before Launch
Six toaster-sized spacecraft just aced their final tests and are ready to launch later this year on a mission that could protect astronauts from dangerous solar storms. Working together as one giant radio telescope in space, they'll track explosive energy bursts from the sun.
Strongest Solar Storm in 23 Years Lights Up Global Skies
The most powerful solar storm in over two decades painted skies across the world with rare Northern Lights visible as far south as California. Millions witnessed the stunning natural light show, with social media exploding in videos from places that rarely see auroras.
Aurora Lights Up Australia from Tasmania to Queensland
A spectacular aurora australis dazzled Australians across five states Tuesday night, with the southern lights visible as far north as Queensland's Hamilton Island. The rare celestial show brought communities outside to witness nature's most stunning light display together.
Northern Lights Visible in 27 States Tonight
Millions of Americans across more than half of U.S. states will have a rare chance to see the northern lights tonight, thanks to an unusually strong solar storm. The colorful sky show could appear as far south as Illinois and Pennsylvania, bringing nature's most dazzling light display to viewers who rarely get to witness it.
Northern Lights Reach California in Record Solar Storm
A powerful solar storm lit up skies across Europe and the U.S. this week, bringing the Northern Lights to viewers as far south as California and Alabama. While breaking a 23-year solar radiation record, the stunning display reminded millions that nature's most beautiful shows are still free.
Rare Solar Storm Brings Northern Lights to US and Europe
A powerful solar storm lit up skies across North America and Europe on Monday night, bringing the dancing colors of the aurora borealis as far south as the Swiss Alps and Alabama. Millions got a rare glimpse of nature's most spectacular light show, visible even in major cities like Berlin.
Rare Solar Storm Brings Northern Lights to Alabama
A powerful geomagnetic storm lit up skies across North America and Europe this week, treating millions to a rare glimpse of the Northern Lights far beyond their usual arctic home. The dazzling display reached as far south as Alabama and the Swiss Alps.
Northern Lights May Light Up 24 States Tonight
A powerful solar storm is bringing the aurora borealis farther south than usual, potentially visible across 24 states from Alaska to Colorado tonight. Clear skies could mean a spectacular light show for millions of Americans who rarely get to witness this natural wonder.