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Earth just got hit by a stealth solar storm no one saw coming

The quiet arrival offers another indication that the sun is moving into the declining phase of its 11-year cycle.

Space

Aurora alert! Several coronal mass ejections are racing toward Earth and could spark impressive northern lights this week

Scientists say a train of CMEs could impact Earth's magnetic field Oct. 15–17, bringing a chance of northern lights across northern North America.

Space

Northern lights may get stronger within the next 2 years as the sun enters a turbulent decline with a 'last gasp' finale

Auroras aren't over: the sun's decline brings more storms, and a 'last gasp' finale could light up skies in the next 2 years.

Space

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'We must replace this capability now': New NOAA satellite to replace aging space weather sentinels launches Sept. 23

After decades of relying on aging satellites, NOAA is launching a purpose-built eye on the sun.

Space

Surprise solar storm sparks stunning auroras across the US (photos)

A hidden magnetic island inside a coronal hole unleashed a surprise G3 storm, sparking dazzling displays across the US.

Space

Northern lights may be visible in these 18 US states Sept. 1-2

Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Illinois as a cannibal solar storm impact could spark geomagnetic storm conditions Sept. 1-2.

Space

Aurora alert! Incoming cannibal solar storm could spark Labor Day northern lights show

A pair of solar eruptions may combine into a powerful "cannibal CME," boosting chances for dazzling auroras over Labor Day.

Space

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Aurora alert: Ongoing powerful geomagnetic storm could spark more northern lights across the US tonight

Northern lights may once again be visible deep into mid latitudes tonight as geomagnetic storm conditions continue to wreak havoc with Earth's magnetic field.

Space

Aurora alert: Severe geomagnetic storm could spark northern lights as far south as Alabama and northern California tonight

Attention aurora chasers! Powerful geomagnetic storm conditions could trigger northern lights at mid-latitudes tonight as a coronal mass ejection impact is imminent.

Space

It's been one year since the most intense solar storm in decades created worldwide auroras. What have we learned?

It's been one year since the historic Gannon Storm lit up the night sky with auroras and piqued interest in space weather. Here's what experts say we learned from the historic event.

Space

Aurora alert: Incoming solar storm could spark northern lights as far south as New York tonight

Aurora chasers are on high alert for possible geomagnetic storm conditions from March 4 to March 5. Northern lights possible at mid-latitudes.

Space

New Year's northern lights delight as powerful solar storms spark auroras across central US and Europe (photos)

Last night, the sun and Earth collaborated to give us a light show that no fireworks display could rival. Happy New Year!

Space

Sun unleashes surprise X-class solar flare triggering radio blackout over southern Africa (video)

Watch the moment an impulsive X-class solar flare explodes from the sun in a dramatic eruption.

Space

Northern lights delight as 'cannibal' solar storm triggers auroras across US and Canada (photos)

A cannibal coronal mass ejection triggered impressive northern lights displays across the US and Canada. We've rounded up some of the best photos here.

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Radiation will be a real challenge for Mars colonists, powerful solar storm shows

A powerful solar storm in May 2024 created auroras on Mars and provided scientists with crucial information that could aid future crewed missions to the Red Planet.

Space

Strongest solar storm since 2017 hits Earth but leaves aurora chasers in the dark

Earth just experienced the strongest solar storm since September 2017. It opened a crack in our planet's magnetosphere but failed to spark impressive auroras. Why?

Space

Strong auroras likely as powerful solar flare eruption hurls possible 'cannibal CME' toward Earth (video)

Several powerful solar eruptions, with Earth in the firing line, means widespread mid-latitude aurora displays are likely on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1.

Space

Powerful solar storm supercharges auroras and STEVE around the world (photos)

A strong solar storm triggered magnificent aurora displays over the weekend. Here we take a look at some of the best northern lights and southern lights photographs from around the world.

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A 'double punch' of solar storms could smash into Earth and spark widespread auroras this week

As the U.S. celebrated July 4, the sun hosted its own fireworks display in the form of a coronal mass ejection "double punch" that NASA predicts could strike Earth on Friday (July 7).

The Independent UK

Strongest solar storm in years hits Earth catching forecasters by surprise

The storm made auroras visible as far south as New Mexico in the US

The Independent UK

Strongest solar storm in years hits Earth catching forecasters by surprise

The storm made auroras visible as far south as New Mexico in the US

Space

Strongest solar storm in nearly 6 years slams into Earth catching forecasters by surprise

A stealthy solar storm surprised forecasters, causing spaceflight delays and incredible aurora displays as far south as New Mexico.

Irish Mirror

Solar storm warning as ‘chaotic’ space weather set for ‘direct hit’ with Earth amid blackout fears

A solar storm is predicted to make a 'direct hit with Earth with its impacts being felt from today, which could disrupt GPS and radio signals

Irish Mirror

Urgent solar storm alert sparks Ireland blackout fears as huge flare heads towards Earth

The US Space Weather Prediction Centre said: 'Slight chance for S1 (Minor) solar radiation storms will be present July 17 - 18'

Manchester Evening News

Will Northern Lights be visible tonight as solar storm heads for 'direct hit' with Earth?

There's a likelihood that those in the north of the UK could spot the Northern Lights this week

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