Japanese auroral drawing from Shounji Temple shows Okazaki observation on February 4, 1872 with contrast enhancement. Earlier this year, the rare appearance of the northern lights at uncharacteristic southern locations such as Italy and Texas was due to a solar coronal mass ejection and its effects on our planet’s magnetic field and atmosphere. However, this …
The image was captured on November 14, 2023, from the International Space Station Space enthusiasts are often captivated by the incredible images of our universe, captured routinely by space agency NASA. Most recently, NASA shared a breathtaking picture on Instagram. The image was taken from the International Space Station, displaying the Earth’s airglow outlining the …
Radio Emissions Detected Above Sun’s Surface Have “Aurora-Like” Qualities A team of astronomers has detected radio emissions about 24,855 miles (40,000 kilometers) above a dark region on the Sun with aurora-like qualities. What Inspired Dominic Monaghan’s Performance in Moriarty? The emissions were seen above a sunspot— a dark region on the Sun’s surface. Magnetic fields …
ROANOKE, Va. – Excitement stirred on Sunday with a forecast posted on Facebook by the Geophysical Institute at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, indicating a potential glimpse of the aurora borealis for photographers that evening. Anticipation led photographers to seek out darker spots, hoping for an encounter with the dancing lights of the aurora borealis …
Parts of the Midwest and Northeast states may have the opportunity to witness the captivating northern lights on Sunday night, according to an alert sent by the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center. Forecasts from the Prediction Center indicate that residents as far south as Nebraska and central Iowa may be able to see the mesmerizing …
Introducing the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Aurora On October 12, Royal Enfield launched a new variant of their popular cruiser, the Royal Enfield Meteor 350. This new variant is called the Aurora and it sits between the Stellar and Supernova trims. The Aurora is available in three vibrant colors: Aurora Green, Aurora Blue, and Aurora …
The U.S. State Department has given preliminary approval for the potential sale of military surveillance aircraft to Canada, estimated to cost around $5.9 billion. The sale, which is still pending finalization, would involve Canada purchasing up to 16 Boeing P-8A Poseidon planes and related equipment to replace its aging fleet of CP-140 Auroras. Canada specifically …