Aurora borealis
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![northern lights appear through the clouds above Abisko, Sweden.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BXUm4a9VWbUGKtSrYvhgAe-320-80.jpg)
I put Abisko's 'cloud-busting weapon' to the test during a Sweden northern lights adventure and was not disappointed
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
High in the Arctic Circle lies Abisko National Park, Sweden. The unique microclimate of the region means clear skies are more likely which is great news for those wishing to see the northern lights.
![ripples of green waves in the northern lights which appear as a band of green ribbon across the star studded sky.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/msJZyEnMiT8TRzupcuqLtf-320-80.jpg)
Watch extremely rare 'aurora curls' ripple through the northern lights (video)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Watch the moment astrophotographer Jeff Dai captures Earth's magnetosphere 'ringing like a bell' during a dramatic northern lights display.
![A solar eruption was observed radiating from the sun Jan. 20 and is expected to trigger auroral displays across the northern and Midwest U.S. on Monday.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oVtoxJZxxHkabeJFWr9dRn-320-80.jpg)
Giant geomagnetic storm to slam into Earth, fueling auroras across northern US
By Kiley Price published
The sun's magnetic field could soon slam into Earth's, triggering stunning light displays.
![A black and white view of an aurora in the sky](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/apoEVXfPzLZJdmixGwr8kW-320-80.jpg)
NASA satellite sees an aurora in infrared light (image)
By Samantha Mathewson published
Generally, photos of auroras capture bright, colorful bands dancing across the night sky, but a new satellite view captures the spectacular glow of an aurora in a new light.
![Mountains with background of northern lights and water below.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wqpKLkqDyQFY2rsa8pwHnL-320-80.jpg)
Aurora hunting: What it's like to chase the northern lights along Norway's dramatic coastline
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
If you want to experience the northern lights there is no better way than with an incredible group of like-minded people aboard the Hurtigruten Coastal Express.
![The Northern Lights glow greenly over a lake in Iceland, with the lights of a small town just visible on the other side.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gxBZhEg4SWs2UMxuAGdsKF-320-80.gif)
Northern lights webcams: Watch the aurora borealis online for free
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference We have rounded up some of the best aurora webcam views so you can enjoy the wonder of the northern lights from the comfort of your own home.
![green streaks of light dot the night sky](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FuE48btFyJHoKqCFEhC9VP-320-80.jpg)
Aurora-like 'Steve' phenomenon and glowing 'picket fences' point to unknown exotic physics
By Samantha Mathewson published
A recent study suggests the aurora-like STEVE and "picket fence" phenomena are generated by low-altitude electric fields parallel to Earth's magnetic field.
![Vibrant green and red pillars of light in the sky above a lighthouse.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8qTAHsYpx8rFkuaiuk4anc-320-80.jpg)
Powerful solar storm supercharges auroras and STEVE around the world (photos)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
A strong solar storm triggered magnificent aurora displays over the weekend. Here we take a look at some of the best northern lights and southern lights photographs from around the world.
![Multicolor auroras shining in the sky above a lake](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Cxsruyffe77H3fctshpTyF-320-80.jpg)
Solar storm causes 'impossible,' pumpkin-colored auroras to fill the sky
By Harry Baker published
A striking new image shows bright orange auroras dancing in the night sky above Canada. But auroras should never be this color, so what's going on?
![Stong geomagnetic Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) above Alaskan mountains, Atigun Pass - Dalton highway (North of Fairbanks), Alaska, USA.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9eBenjGi5a9fcuFEUwtcq4-320-80.jpg)
The next 4 to 5 years will be the best time to see the northern lights this solar cycle
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Want to see the northern lights (aurora borealis) or the southern lights (aurora australis)? Good news — The next four to five years will provide optimal conditions for some dazzling displays.
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