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www.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

It's Back! The Giant Sunspot Cluster That Caused Stunning Auroras Is Facing Earth Again

Earth may experience stormy space weather due to the reappearing massive sunspot cluster AR3697, known for powerful solar flares. [ more ]
Mail Online
1 month ago
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Scientist warns more powerful solar eruptions to hit Earth in 2025

Earth survived a strong solar storm last weekend, but experts warn more severe storms may occur until 2025 as the sun approaches its 'solar maximum'. [ more ]
Inverse
1 month ago
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The Sun Is Experiencing a 'Potentially Historic' Eruption - With Possible Serious Consequences for Earth

Charged particles from the Sun may cause geomagnetic storm with potential disruptions and auroras on Earth. [ more ]
Mail Online
3 months ago
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Huge sunspot is pointing 'almost directly' at Earth

Sunspots release charged particles towards Earth
Solar flares from sunspots can affect power grids and spacecraft [ more ]
Mail Online
4 months ago
OMG science

The Sun erupts with its most powerful solar flare in 7 YEARS

Solar flares are powerful bursts of high-energy radiation from the sun that can impact Earth's technology and infrastructure.
The X6.3 solar flare, the largest in years, can trigger radio blackouts and long-lasting radiation storms on Earth. [ more ]
Mail Online
5 months ago
OMG science

Earth is set for TWO solar storms that could cause radio blackouts

The sun released two flares since Sunday and both are set to impact Earth
A physicist told DailyMail.com that there is a 75% chance of radio blackouts
The expert is predicting the disturbances will be felt south of the equator [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

It's Back! The Giant Sunspot Cluster That Caused Stunning Auroras Is Facing Earth Again

Earth may experience stormy space weather due to the reappearing massive sunspot cluster AR3697, known for powerful solar flares. [ more ]
Mail Online
1 month ago
OMG science

Scientist warns more powerful solar eruptions to hit Earth in 2025

Earth survived a strong solar storm last weekend, but experts warn more severe storms may occur until 2025 as the sun approaches its 'solar maximum'. [ more ]
Inverse
1 month ago
OMG science

The Sun Is Experiencing a 'Potentially Historic' Eruption - With Possible Serious Consequences for Earth

Charged particles from the Sun may cause geomagnetic storm with potential disruptions and auroras on Earth. [ more ]
Mail Online
3 months ago
OMG science

Huge sunspot is pointing 'almost directly' at Earth

Sunspots release charged particles towards Earth
Solar flares from sunspots can affect power grids and spacecraft [ more ]
Mail Online
4 months ago
OMG science

The Sun erupts with its most powerful solar flare in 7 YEARS

Solar flares are powerful bursts of high-energy radiation from the sun that can impact Earth's technology and infrastructure.
The X6.3 solar flare, the largest in years, can trigger radio blackouts and long-lasting radiation storms on Earth. [ more ]
Mail Online
5 months ago
OMG science

Earth is set for TWO solar storms that could cause radio blackouts

The sun released two flares since Sunday and both are set to impact Earth
A physicist told DailyMail.com that there is a 75% chance of radio blackouts
The expert is predicting the disturbances will be felt south of the equator [ more ]
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Engadget
1 month ago
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'Extreme' geomagnetic storm may bless us with more aurora displays tonight and tomorrow

The strongest geomagnetic storm in 20 years created visible northern lights in Southern US.
Another chance to view the aurora may be available tonight with clear skies.
The geomagnetic storm caused by solar flares can disrupt technology but poses no direct harm to people on Earth. [ more ]
Axios
1 month ago
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"Severe" solar storm could bring Northern Lights to U.S. this weekend

The Sun is emitting strong solar flares, potentially causing communication disruptions but also offering a chance to see the Northern Lights in the U.S. [ more ]
Engadget
1 month ago
OMG science

'Extreme' geomagnetic storm may bless us with more aurora displays tonight and tomorrow

The strongest geomagnetic storm in 20 years created visible northern lights in Southern US.
Another chance to view the aurora may be available tonight with clear skies.
The geomagnetic storm caused by solar flares can disrupt technology but poses no direct harm to people on Earth. [ more ]
Axios
1 month ago
OMG science

"Severe" solar storm could bring Northern Lights to U.S. this weekend

The Sun is emitting strong solar flares, potentially causing communication disruptions but also offering a chance to see the Northern Lights in the U.S. [ more ]
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Ars Technica
3 months ago
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Shields up: New ideas might make active shielding viable

Solar events like flares are easier to shield against, while galactic cosmic rays are more penetrating and challenging to shield.
Active shields that deflect charged particles are a potential solution for protecting astronauts from deep space radiation. [ more ]
Mail Online
7 months ago
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'Sunspot archipelago' 15 times wider than Earth is spotted on the sun

Sunspots on the sun's surface can appear like an 'archipelago' or a collection of islands.
Sunspots can release charged particles that can impact Earth's magnetic field and pose a danger to power grids and satellites. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
1 day ago
OMG science

Readers Respond to the March 2024 Issue

Solar eclipses provide a unique opportunity for scientists to study the sun's corona and understand its superheated atmosphere. [ more ]
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