Daisy Dobrijevic joined Space.com in February 2022 having previously worked for our sister publication All About Space magazine as a staff writer. Before joining us, Daisy completed an editorial internship with the BBC Sky at Night Magazine and worked at the National Space Centre in Leicester, U.K., where she enjoyed communicating space science to the public. In 2021, Daisy completed a PhD in plant physiology and also holds a Master's in Environmental Science, she is currently based in Nottingham, U.K. Daisy is passionate about all things space, with a penchant for solar activity and space weather. She has a strong interest in astrotourism and loves nothing more than a good northern lights chase!
Latest articles by Daisy Dobrijevic

Northern lights may be visible in 18 states tonight and over the weekend
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Illinois tonight and over the weekend as several coronal mass ejections and fast solar wind impact Earth.

Northern lights could get a boost from the spring equinox this weekend — here's why
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Incoming solar storms could spark auroras this weekend and thanks to the spring equinox, Earth is perfectly aligned to amplify the show.

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2026
By Tariq Malik, Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2026.

Aurora forecast March 20-22 — Northern lights may intensify this weekend as solar storm arrives
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The latest aurora forecast for tonight helps you make sure you're in the right place at the right time to see the northern lights.

Northern lights may be visible in 18 states March 19
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Illinois tonight as several coronal mass ejections barrel toward Earth.

Aurora alert! Powerful geomagnetic storm could spark northern lights as far south as Illinois tonight
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Aurora chasers, keep your eyes on the skies over the coming days as several incoming coronal mass ejections could spark favorable conditions for widespread northern lights displays.

Northern lights may be visible in 9 US states March 13
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Maine tonight and tomorrow as a speedy solar wind stream is due to arrive.

Why March is the best month to see the northern lights
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference Here we explain why March is one of the best months of the year to see the northern lights — and how the spring equinox boosts aurora activity.

What are lunar eclipses and how do they occur?
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference Lunar eclipses occur when Earth blocks the sun and casts a shadow over the surface of the moon. We explore the different types of lunar eclipses here.

Lunar eclipse calendar 2026: When and where to see the next lunar eclipse
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference The next lunar eclipse will be a deep partial lunar eclipse overnight Aug. 27-28, 2026.

Spectacular spiral galaxy revealed by James Webb Space Telescope | Space photo of the day for March 4, 2026
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
The James Webb Space Telescope captured a stunning spiral galaxy 65 million light-years away, revealing glowing dust clouds and stellar nurseries.

Total lunar eclipse March 3 2026: Live updates
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The next lunar eclipse will occur in the early hours of March 3, 2026, for observers in North America. We'll be updating this live blog as the event unfolds.

Full moon calendar 2026: When to see the next full moon
By Tariq Malik last updated
Reference The full moon happens about once a month. Find out when.

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS shines in new image | Space photo of the day for March 2, 2026
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The JUICE spacecraft captured its first detailed glimpse of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, revealing a glowing coma and sweeping tail.

A total lunar eclipse will turn the full moon blood red for over 3 billion people tonight
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Tonight's blood moon will be the last until New Year's Eve 2028-2029. So catch it if you can!

Where to see the total lunar eclipse in the early hours of March 3
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The March 2026 total lunar eclipse will bring a dramatic blood moon to skies across North America, Australia, New Zealand and eastern Asia — if you know where to look.

What time is the blood moon total lunar eclipse tonight?
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
A total lunar eclipse will turn the moon blood red for billions across North America, Australia and East Asia.

Rare 'ring of fire' eclipse seen by few | Space photo of the day for Feb. 26, 2026
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
A 'ring of fire' solar eclipse glowed over Antarctica, witnessed by only a handful of researchers at Concordia Research Station.

Two stars carve egg-shaped nebula | Space photo of the day Feb. 24, 2026
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Two aging stars in the binary system AFGL 4106 sculpt a glowing, egg-shaped nebula as they approach the end of their lives.

Satellite spies northern lights over Iceland and Canada | Space photo of the day for Feb. 23, 2026
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Satellite spies stunning auroras from orbit during G1 geomagnetic storm.

New moon calendar 2026: When is the next new moon?
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference Discover what a new moon is and when the next new moon will occur with our new moon 2025 guide.

Blazing 'ring of fire' eclipse seen from space | Space photo of the day for Feb. 20, 2026
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
ESA's Proba-2 satellite captured a stunning 'ring of fire' annular solar eclipse from orbit — a view few on Earth could see.

Annular 'ring of fire' solar eclipse February 2026: Live updates
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The first solar eclipse of the year was on Feb. 17, 2026. Here's what you need to know.
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