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2026 Could Be the Best Year for Northern Lights; Why Post-Solar Maximum Storms Are Set to Surge
The end of 2025 saw bright auroras over northern skies following a strong solar flare. In October 2024, NASA noted that the Sun had entered its solar maximum phase. Experts predicted that the most frequent and intense Northern Lights would likely occur throughout 2026. Even though solar activity has technically begun its gradual decline since the 2...
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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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Rare ‘Crescent Sunrise’ Solar Eclipse to Grace Skies Over Antarctica and New Zealand
A rare partial solar eclipse will bring a crescent sunrise on Sept. 21–22, coinciding with the equinox. Skywatchers in New Zealand, Antarctica, and the South Pacific will witness up to 86% of the sun obscured at dawn, creating one of the most striking celestial spectacles short of a total eclipse.
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Ultimate Guide To This Weekend's Dramatic Solar Eclipse: What To Know And When To Watch
On September 21-22, 2025, a dramatic partial solar eclipse will grace the skies of the Southern Hemisphere, coinciding with the September equinox.
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Butterfly-Shaped Hole in the Sun Could Spark Solar Storms Worldwide This Weekend
A giant butterfly-shaped coronal hole on the Sun is blasting solar wind toward Earth, expected to trigger geomagnetic storm conditions on Sept. 13–14. Forecasts suggest possible G1 to G2 levels, raising chances for auroras across mid- and high-latitudes. Scientists note the equinox effect could intensify activity, offering a prime opportunity for...
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Rare Titan Shadow Transits Will Sweep Across Saturn in Summer 2025
In a rare celestial alignment, Saturn’s largest moon Titan will cast its shadow across the planet in a series of stunning transits during the summer and early fall of 2025. These events, visible through telescopes, appear as dark “holes” drifting across Saturn’s face as Titan eclipses the planet. The phenomenon occurs only near Saturn’s e...
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German Tourist Arrested, Attacked By Locals After Climbing Forbidden Chichen Itza Pyramid
After being apprehended, the tourist was escorted down the eastern side of the pyramid to avoid confrontations with the crowd gathered at the base.
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Happy Nowruz 2025: Wishes, Quotes, Messages To Share On Persian New Year
Happy Nowruz 2025: Nowruz, also called navroz, is celebrated during the vernal equinox or when the days start getting longer.
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Vernal Equinox 2025: Date, Time, and the Science Behind the Event
The vernal equinox 2025 is set for March 20 at 09:01 UTC, marking the astronomical start of spring in the Northern Hemisphere and autumn in the Southern Hemisphere. This event occurs due to Earth’s axial tilt aligning with its orbit, resulting in nearly equal hours of daylight and night across the globe. While the equinox does not bring perfectly...
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Aurora Season in September 2024 Could Bring Vibrant Northern Lights Due to Earth's Tilt
Auroras are expected to be more intense around September's equinox due to the Russell-McPherron Effect. The phenomenon occurs when Earth's magnetic field temporarily aligns with the solar wind, allowing charged particles to penetrate and interact with our atmosphere. This interaction causes vibrant Northern Lights, especially during the equinox. Wi...
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International Colour Day 2024: Know The History And Why It Is Celebrated
International Colour Day 2024: The day is celebrated to raise awareness about the importance of colour in our daily lives and its impact on our emotions, culture, and communication.
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Spring Begins. Know About Vernal Equinox That Brings on A New Season
While the March equinox brings later sunrises, earlier sunsets, chillier winds and dry, falling leaves in the Southern Hemisphere, while the reverse happens in the Northern Hemisphere.
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Shashi Tharoor Shares Magnificent Pic Of Padmanabhaswamy Temple During Autumnal Equinox
Mr Tharoor shared a magnificent image of the Gopuram of the Sree Padmanabhaswamy temple taken during the autumnal equinox.
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Earth's Photo Of Day And Night Split In Half Released By European Space Agency
The image posted on X, formerly Twitter, shows the crossing of the Sun in the celestial equator in the sky and bringing autumn to the Northern Hemisphere.
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Woman Sues US Cruise Line For Letting Husband's Body Rot In Drink Cooler After Heart Attack
The man, Robert Jones, 78, died of a heart attack on August 15 last year while onboard the Celebrity Equinox during a Caribbean cruise.
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2026 Could Be the Best Year for Northern Lights; Why Post-Solar Maximum Storms Are Set to Surge
The end of 2025 saw bright auroras over northern skies following a strong solar flare. In October 2024, NASA noted that the Sun had entered its solar maximum phase. Experts predicted that the most frequent and intense Northern Lights would likely occur throughout 2026. Even though solar activity has technically begun its gradual decline since the 2...
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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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Rare ‘Crescent Sunrise’ Solar Eclipse to Grace Skies Over Antarctica and New Zealand
A rare partial solar eclipse will bring a crescent sunrise on Sept. 21–22, coinciding with the equinox. Skywatchers in New Zealand, Antarctica, and the South Pacific will witness up to 86% of the sun obscured at dawn, creating one of the most striking celestial spectacles short of a total eclipse.
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Ultimate Guide To This Weekend's Dramatic Solar Eclipse: What To Know And When To Watch
On September 21-22, 2025, a dramatic partial solar eclipse will grace the skies of the Southern Hemisphere, coinciding with the September equinox.
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Butterfly-Shaped Hole in the Sun Could Spark Solar Storms Worldwide This Weekend
A giant butterfly-shaped coronal hole on the Sun is blasting solar wind toward Earth, expected to trigger geomagnetic storm conditions on Sept. 13–14. Forecasts suggest possible G1 to G2 levels, raising chances for auroras across mid- and high-latitudes. Scientists note the equinox effect could intensify activity, offering a prime opportunity for...
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Rare Titan Shadow Transits Will Sweep Across Saturn in Summer 2025
In a rare celestial alignment, Saturn’s largest moon Titan will cast its shadow across the planet in a series of stunning transits during the summer and early fall of 2025. These events, visible through telescopes, appear as dark “holes” drifting across Saturn’s face as Titan eclipses the planet. The phenomenon occurs only near Saturn’s e...
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German Tourist Arrested, Attacked By Locals After Climbing Forbidden Chichen Itza Pyramid
After being apprehended, the tourist was escorted down the eastern side of the pyramid to avoid confrontations with the crowd gathered at the base.
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Happy Nowruz 2025: Wishes, Quotes, Messages To Share On Persian New Year
Happy Nowruz 2025: Nowruz, also called navroz, is celebrated during the vernal equinox or when the days start getting longer.
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Vernal Equinox 2025: Date, Time, and the Science Behind the Event
The vernal equinox 2025 is set for March 20 at 09:01 UTC, marking the astronomical start of spring in the Northern Hemisphere and autumn in the Southern Hemisphere. This event occurs due to Earth’s axial tilt aligning with its orbit, resulting in nearly equal hours of daylight and night across the globe. While the equinox does not bring perfectly...
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Aurora Season in September 2024 Could Bring Vibrant Northern Lights Due to Earth's Tilt
Auroras are expected to be more intense around September's equinox due to the Russell-McPherron Effect. The phenomenon occurs when Earth's magnetic field temporarily aligns with the solar wind, allowing charged particles to penetrate and interact with our atmosphere. This interaction causes vibrant Northern Lights, especially during the equinox. Wi...
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International Colour Day 2024: Know The History And Why It Is Celebrated
International Colour Day 2024: The day is celebrated to raise awareness about the importance of colour in our daily lives and its impact on our emotions, culture, and communication.
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Spring Begins. Know About Vernal Equinox That Brings on A New Season
While the March equinox brings later sunrises, earlier sunsets, chillier winds and dry, falling leaves in the Southern Hemisphere, while the reverse happens in the Northern Hemisphere.
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Shashi Tharoor Shares Magnificent Pic Of Padmanabhaswamy Temple During Autumnal Equinox
Mr Tharoor shared a magnificent image of the Gopuram of the Sree Padmanabhaswamy temple taken during the autumnal equinox.
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Earth's Photo Of Day And Night Split In Half Released By European Space Agency
The image posted on X, formerly Twitter, shows the crossing of the Sun in the celestial equator in the sky and bringing autumn to the Northern Hemisphere.
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Woman Sues US Cruise Line For Letting Husband's Body Rot In Drink Cooler After Heart Attack
The man, Robert Jones, 78, died of a heart attack on August 15 last year while onboard the Celebrity Equinox during a Caribbean cruise.
