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How do you predict a solar storm? Space weather experts explain

It was quite an amazing moment for those who had the opportunity to see the aurora this weekend. But while seeing the aurora borealis is thrilling and exciting for us, the coronal mass ejections (CMEs) and geomagnetic storms that make these light shows possible can also wreak havoc on some of the technologies that are… Read More »

Aurora-like ‘Steve’ phenomenon and glowing ‘pile fences’ hint at unknown exotic physics

The northern and southern lights are among nature’s most spectacular sights, providing beautiful displays of light dancing across the night sky; So what exactly is an aurora? Auroras, also known as northern lights (aurora borealis) or southern lights (aurora australis), are caused by solar energy and particles interacting with Earth’s atmosphere as the planet’s magnetic… Read More »