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2026 Will See Brighter And More Frequent Northern Lights Displays, Here's Why
The alignment of the Sun and Earth during the spring and autumn equinoxes can slightly increase activity, known as the Russell-McPherron effect.
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Norway Launches World's First Panoramic Night Train To See The Northern Lights
If seeing the Northern Lights is on your bucket list, this panoramic train journey is the ultimate way to make it happen.
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Green And Purple Auroras Are Lighting Up Skies Far Beyond The Poles, Here's Why
As enthusiasm for viewing the aurora grows, scientists are also working to understand their beauty as well as their environmental impacts.
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"They Were Dancing, I Was Crying": Shefali Shah On Watching Northern Lights In Finland
In the first frame, Shefali Shah and her family are seen gazing at bright green lights dancing across the nightsky
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Massive Sunspot 10 Times Bigger Than Earth Raises Chances Of Powerful Solar Flares
In the coming days, scientists will continue to monitor this giant sunspot and potential CMEs.
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Watch: Astronaut Shares Breathtaking View Of Southern Lights As Seen From Space
The aurora australis is caused by charged particles from the solar wind interacting with the Earth's magnetic field and atmosphere.
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Watch: NASA Astronaut Shares Stunning Video Of Northern Lights As Seen From Space
Auroras occur when charged particles from the solar wind interact with Earth's magnetic field and atmosphere.
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Finland vs Iceland: Where To See The Northern Lights For The Best Experience
This winter, if you are planning to witness the stunning Aurora Borealis, here's which place would suit you and your travel plans better.
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Where Your Checked Bag Goes At The Airport And Why It Sometimes Gets Lost
If you have ever wondered how your checked-in bags are transported from one destination to another at an airport, here's what really happens.
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Northern Lights Could Be Visible in These US States Tonight, How To See Them
The northern lights are caused by geomagnetic storms, which occur when charged particles from the sun collide with gases in Earth's atmosphere, creating brilliant waves of light in the sky.
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Solar Storm From Four Sun Eruptions Could Cause Minor Geomagnetic Activity
A burst of solar activity could soon paint Earth’s skies with auroras. Between October 11 and 13, the Sun fired four coronal mass ejections toward Earth, expected to arrive October 15–17. NOAA predicts mild G1 geomagnetic storms that could trigger colorful northern lights visible across high and even mid-latitude regions.
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Northern Lights And Autumn Star To Light Up The Night Sky This Week
Here's how to catch the best views of the aurora borealis, the full harvest moon, and Fomalhaut - the seasonal "Autumn Star."
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Hidden Magnetic 'Island' Sparks Solar Storm, Brings Northern Lights To US Skies. See Pics
Initially, the forecasters predicted minor to moderate (G1-G2) storms, but the hidden island turned it into a strong G3 storm.
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Northern Lights To Delight Starwatchers In These 14 US States
The Northern Lights can display a range of colours, including green, blue, red and purple.
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Aurora Alert! Northern Lights May Be Visible as Far South as New York on June 14
A moderate G2 geomagnetic storm on June 14 could push auroras as far south as New York and Idaho, triggered by solar wind from a coronal hole. NOAA forecasts peak geomagnetic activity with a Kp index of 5.67. While increased daylight may limit visibility, skywatchers are advised to look out for northern lights during early morning hours.
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2026 Will See Brighter And More Frequent Northern Lights Displays, Here's Why
The alignment of the Sun and Earth during the spring and autumn equinoxes can slightly increase activity, known as the Russell-McPherron effect.
-
Norway Launches World's First Panoramic Night Train To See The Northern Lights
If seeing the Northern Lights is on your bucket list, this panoramic train journey is the ultimate way to make it happen.
-
Green And Purple Auroras Are Lighting Up Skies Far Beyond The Poles, Here's Why
As enthusiasm for viewing the aurora grows, scientists are also working to understand their beauty as well as their environmental impacts.
-
"They Were Dancing, I Was Crying": Shefali Shah On Watching Northern Lights In Finland
In the first frame, Shefali Shah and her family are seen gazing at bright green lights dancing across the nightsky
-
Massive Sunspot 10 Times Bigger Than Earth Raises Chances Of Powerful Solar Flares
In the coming days, scientists will continue to monitor this giant sunspot and potential CMEs.
-
Watch: Astronaut Shares Breathtaking View Of Southern Lights As Seen From Space
The aurora australis is caused by charged particles from the solar wind interacting with the Earth's magnetic field and atmosphere.
-
Watch: NASA Astronaut Shares Stunning Video Of Northern Lights As Seen From Space
Auroras occur when charged particles from the solar wind interact with Earth's magnetic field and atmosphere.
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Finland vs Iceland: Where To See The Northern Lights For The Best Experience
This winter, if you are planning to witness the stunning Aurora Borealis, here's which place would suit you and your travel plans better.
-
Where Your Checked Bag Goes At The Airport And Why It Sometimes Gets Lost
If you have ever wondered how your checked-in bags are transported from one destination to another at an airport, here's what really happens.
-
Northern Lights Could Be Visible in These US States Tonight, How To See Them
The northern lights are caused by geomagnetic storms, which occur when charged particles from the sun collide with gases in Earth's atmosphere, creating brilliant waves of light in the sky.
-
Solar Storm From Four Sun Eruptions Could Cause Minor Geomagnetic Activity
A burst of solar activity could soon paint Earth’s skies with auroras. Between October 11 and 13, the Sun fired four coronal mass ejections toward Earth, expected to arrive October 15–17. NOAA predicts mild G1 geomagnetic storms that could trigger colorful northern lights visible across high and even mid-latitude regions.
-
Northern Lights And Autumn Star To Light Up The Night Sky This Week
Here's how to catch the best views of the aurora borealis, the full harvest moon, and Fomalhaut - the seasonal "Autumn Star."
-
Hidden Magnetic 'Island' Sparks Solar Storm, Brings Northern Lights To US Skies. See Pics
Initially, the forecasters predicted minor to moderate (G1-G2) storms, but the hidden island turned it into a strong G3 storm.
-
Northern Lights To Delight Starwatchers In These 14 US States
The Northern Lights can display a range of colours, including green, blue, red and purple.
-
Aurora Alert! Northern Lights May Be Visible as Far South as New York on June 14
A moderate G2 geomagnetic storm on June 14 could push auroras as far south as New York and Idaho, triggered by solar wind from a coronal hole. NOAA forecasts peak geomagnetic activity with a Kp index of 5.67. While increased daylight may limit visibility, skywatchers are advised to look out for northern lights during early morning hours.
