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Huge solar storm to blame for colossal global blackouts — and there are more to come, experts say
A colossal solar storm just zapped the daylight side of the planet, causing global blackouts and knocking out radio signals across Europe, Asia and the Middle East. The culprit? A fiery X2.7-class ...
Science news this week: 2025's biggest solar flare and Yosemite's 'ghost' volcano
Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
NASA's Mars rover makes history after capturing 'Northern Lights' for first time from another planet
In a historical moment, NASA's Perseverance Mars rover captured images of 'Northern lights' from another planet.
Northern Lights May Be Visible In U.S. This Weekend After Solar Flares
The Northern Lights (aurora borealis) may be seen in northern U.S. states this weekend, with a geomagnetic storm forecast ...
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Cannibal Coronal Mass Ejection Generated By Strong Solar Flare
NASA/SDO & AIA/EVE/HMI science team / SOHO (ESA & NASA) / GSFC / SWPC | edited by Steve Spaleta ...
Scientists reveal new 'worst case scenario' solar storm that could end modern life
The research has identified a new 'worst case scenario' for a future solar particle storm, during which charged particles ...
Here’s the best spots to see the Northern Lights tonight
Stargazers will be in for a treat tonight – the Northern Lights will be visible over parts of the UK. The Met Office has said ...
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Sun Unleashes Most Powerful Flare We've Seen in 2025
On 14 May 2025, the Sun erupted with the biggest flare we've seen all year. From the eastern limb of the Sun – that is, the left side – active sunspot region (AR) 4087 erupted in a huge, X2.7 solar ...