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World's most powerful solar telescope sees incredible coronal loops on the sun (image)
The narrowest magnetic loops ever seen in the sun's corona have been imaged by the most powerful solar telescope on Earth.
'Alien auroras' on Jupiter reveal a new kind of plasma wave, scientists say
Scientists using NASA's Juno spacecraft have discovered a new plasma wave in Jupiter's auroras, offering fresh insight into space weather and magnetism.
Venus quiz: How much do you know about this hottie?
This quiz will test your knowledge of Venus' wild weather, strange geology, and mythological roots.
Put a ring on it: Saturn trivia quiz!
Could you be the Lord of the rings (of Saturn)? Try your hand at our Saturn-themed space quiz!
Jupiter quiz: Think you know about the Jovian gas giant?
This quiz will challenge your knowledge of Jupiter's features, moons, and the missions that have dared to get close.
Watch Hurricane Erin swirl menacingly in the Atlantic Ocean in NOAA satellite video
Satellites operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration watched Hurricane Erin as it swirled off of the U.S. coast on Aug. 11, 2025.
Watch 2 fiery blasts erupt from the sun — is Earth in the danger zone? (video)
Two colossal plasma fountains tore away from the sun in a breathtaking double blast, one of the most impressive eruptions this solar cycle.
Reining in the sun: Venus, Earth and Jupiter may work together to reduce the risk of extreme solar storms
Tidal forces from Earth, Venus and Jupiter may help keep the sun calm, reducing the risk of powerful solar storms that threaten Earth, a new study suggests.
