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Northern lights may be visible in 9 US states tonight
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.

Aurora forecast March 13-15 — Northern lights could put on a show this weekend as fast solar winds arrive
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.

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.

NASA launches twin rocket missions from Alaska to study mysterious black auroras
By Julian Dossett published
NASA launched two rockets from Alaska this week to learn more about the electrical "circuitry" within auroras.

Photographer captures rare aurora over Brazil during intense geomagnetic storm (photo)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
On Jan. 19, a powerful geomagnetic storm pushed auroral activity far beyond its usual range, allowing this exceptional sighting over Brazil.

'The most incredible display of aurora I've ever seen in my 20 years of flying'. Pilot captures historic northern lights show from 37,000 feet (photos)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
The photos were taken during a severe G4 geomagnetic storm, one of the strongest in years.

Severe G4 geomagnetic storm sparks jaw-dropping northern lights worldwide (photos)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
A fast CME slammed into Earth on Jan. 19, unleashing hours of intense auroral activity and lighting up skies far beyond the poles.
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