Latest articles by Daisy Dobrijevic
'Potentially catastrophic' solar storm identified in ancient tree rings
Scientists have discovered the most powerful solar storm ever recorded using ancient tree rings from the French Alps.
Annular solar eclipse will turn the sun into a spectacular 'ring of fire' this week
On Oct. 14, an annular solar eclipse will turn the sun into a spectacular "ring of fire." Here's what you can expect from the celestial phenomenon.
One week until the spectacular 'ring of fire' annular solar eclipse!
Get ready for the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 14! The famous 'ring of fire' is not to be missed.
Hold the annular solar eclipse in your hand with new 'One Eclipse' app from Astronomers Without Borders
Celebrate the upcoming annular solar eclipse with a new app launched by Astronomers Without Borders. "One Eclipse" for iOS brings the wonders of the eclipse into the palm of your hand.
NASA's Eclipse Explorer 2023 lets you track the Oct. 14 annular solar eclipse with new interactive map
On Oct. 14 an annular solar eclipse will be visible across the Americas, you can follow the eclipse in unprecedented detail with NASA's new interactive map "Eclipse Explorer 2023."
These Navajo Tribal Parks will be closed during the Oct. 14 annular solar eclipse
During the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 14, 2023, several iconic destinations including all Navajo Tribal Parks, will be closed due to cultural beliefs.
OSIRIS-REx: A complete guide to the asteroid-sampling mission
Reference The OSIRIS-REx asteroid-sampling mission delivered pieces of asteroid Bennu to Earth on Sept. 24, 2023, before moving on to study asteroid Apophis in 2029.
How long will the annular solar eclipse last on Oct. 14?
The duration of the annular solar eclipse depends on the viewing location. We look at where the longest 'ring of fire' will occur and how long the eclipse will last.
Solar storm slams into Earth and sparks stunning northern lights display (photos)
A powerful solar storm triggered stunning aurora displays around the world. Here we take a look at some of the best photographs of the recent northern lights outburst.
What is the average temperature on Earth?
Reference Earth's global average surface temperature is approximately 59 degrees Fahrenheit (15 degrees Celsius). But it's on the rise.
Massive eruption on sun hurls coronal mass ejection toward Earth, auroras likely Sept. 19 (video)
A huge solar filament eruption has hurled a coronal mass ejection (CME) toward Earth. The CME is expected to hit Earth on Sept. 19 and may trigger extensive auroras.
Mars' atmosphere: Facts about composition and climate
Reference Mars' atmosphere is over 100 times thinner than Earth's and is primarily composed of carbon dioxide, nitrogen and argon gases.
Last super Blue Moon until 2037 lights up skies around the world (photos)
The Super Blue Moon looks incredible in these photos from around the world. Here we've selected some of the best!
Watch the sun over the next 2 weeks to plan the ideal total eclipse 2024 viewing location
Between Aug. 25 and Sept. 8, the sun will be in the same location as during the total eclipse on April 8, 2024 making it the perfect time to scout your viewing spot.
Google celebrates India's Chandrayaan-3 moon landing with adorable Doodle
Google is celebrating India's successful moon landing of the Chandrayaan-3 mission at the lunar south pole with a whimsical Google Doodle.
Aurora season has begun! Northern lights spotted in the Arctic Circle (photo)
The northern lights have been seen high in the Arctic Circle, indicating the start of the aurora season, which will become more apparent as we approach solar maximum.
China's space station, Tiangong: A complete guide
Reference Tiangong is China's operational space station located in low Earth orbit. We explore the space station in more detail here.
Perseid meteor shower 2023 thrills stargazers around the world. See their amazing photos.
Explore some of the best Perseid meteor shower 2023 photos from around the world. The prolific shower did not disappoint.
Mars: Everything you need to know about the Red Planet
Reference Mars, the fourth planet from the sun is famed for its rusty red appearance. Here we explore the Red Planet in more detail and see why scientists find it so intriguing.
How long does it take to get to the moon?
Reference Here we explore how long it takes to get to the moon and the factors that affect the journey to our rocky companion.
Sturgeon supermoon lights up skies around the world (photos)
Take a look at these stunning Full Sturgeon Moon photos from around the world. The first of two supermoons this month did not disappoint.
Comets: Everything you need to know about the 'dirty snowballs' of space
Reference Comets are icy leftovers from the formation of the solar system. Explore these 'dirty snowballs' in more detail with our comet guide.
Wow! Rare rainbow contrails caught on camera (photos)
A series of stunning rainbow contrails were captured by amateur photographer Soumyadeep Mukherjee over Kolkata, India.
