Jonathan Powell, South Wales Argus astronomy writer The sight of the aurora borealis on May 10 was undoubtedly one of the most beautiful sights you could ever hope to see. I’ve been observing the sky since the early 1980s and have never witnessed anything on the same level as this in the night sky. For… Read More »
Many of us grow up fascinated by space and the universe. The question of whether intelligent life exists out there is an ongoing preoccupation among scientists and citizens alike. But space exploration goes far beyond the search for extraterrestrial life; There are many different areas that students and researchers investigate, from space weather and space… Read More »
2024 has been a year full of spectacular space shows, some of which can be seen from our backyards. First was this: total solar eclipse At the beginning of April. Then, late last week, Sun once again became the “star” attraction: A massive sunspot set off a series of solar storms. strengthened the auroramaking this… Read More »
A series strong solar storms As the skies turned colorful in the Northern Hemisphere this weekend, people witnessed spectacular displays. northern Lights United States, Canada, Europe, China and beyond. Officials said the dazzling light displays could continue for several more days. Aurora borealis (the phenomenon more commonly known as the northern lights) occurs due to… Read More »
‘Severe’ solar storm has potential to trigger northern lights, causing stunning display of colors visible from parts of US Getty Illustration of coronal mass ejection impacting Earth’s atmosphere.” src=”https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/1FU6OKKW9bNnNz0klL78xA–/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTY0MQ–/https://media.zenfs.com/en/ people_218/d14b7c656adc619c8b0712d745cd8eb3″ class=”caas-img”/> Getty Illustration of a coronal mass ejection impacting Earth’s atmosphere. NOAA defines geomagnetic storms as “a major disturbance of the Earth’s magnetosphere that occurs… Read More »
The intensity of these magnetic storms can affect us energetically and increase our emotional sensitivity. Keep your eyes on the sky this weekend! The northern lights are said to cast bright glows across parts of the United States, which raises the question: Could this colorful display influence your zodiac sign? The northern lights, also known… Read More »
The most powerful solar storm in almost 20 years is expected to hit Earth on Friday night and the Northern Lights are likely to be visible from across the UK. Bursts of charged particles, resulting from a series of powerful explosions from the Sun’s surface, are traveling directly towards Earth at about 900 km per… Read More »
Northern lights in Whitley Bay, England, April 24, 2023.Owen Humphreys/PA Images via Getty Images March 2024 may be the best month of the year to see the Northern Lights, aka the aurora borealis. This is because the Sun is hyperactive and the equinox can create holes in the Earth’s magnetic field. Here’s everything you need… Read More »
The Northern Lights recently appeared above the Castlerigg stone circle in the Lake District – Gregg Wolstenholme/Bav Media This winter will be historic for seeing the northern lights, with scientists predicting the best views of the aurora borealis in 20 years. Earlier this month, Aurora hunters were welcomed with Bonfire Night displays in Scotland and… Read More »