Earth’s magnetic field just absorbed a hit from a solar storm that slipped past forecasters, a reminder that some of the most ...

Indeed, could one kink in Earth’s magnetic field rewrite how scientists understand space weather? The recent detection of a ...

Cosmic rays are high-energy particles that constantly bombard Earth from space and are influenced by the sun's magnetic ...

Simulations and satellite data reveal that Earth's magnetic field is more complex than scientists had thought. Scientists ...

Some impacts of space weather have been well-documented. An example is the geomagnetic storm that led to the extensive ...

What: A major coronal hole on the Sun is releasing high-speed solar wind toward Earth, driving recent auroral activity and space weather disturbances. Coronal holes are cooler regions where the Sun’s ...

A cluster of space weather satellites blasted off Wednesday morning to cast fresh eyes on solar storms that can produce stunning auroras but also scramble communications and threaten astronauts in ...

The Sun looks like a warm yellow sphere with a surface covered with glowing messy hair. The yellow glow extends to the edges of the image, with some regions brighter than others. Many bright yellow ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Just like Earth’s severe thunderstorms, solar storms can cause ...