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A Giant Sun Storm During the Vietnam War Likely Exploded Dozens of Mines
“The extreme space weather events of early August 1972 had significant impact on the US Navy, which have not been widely reported.”
When It Dies, Our Sun Will Probably Look Like This Glowing, Gassy Cloud
Astronomers have debated the problem of planetary nebulae, in regards to our own sun, for a quarter-decade.
The Details of That 'Corbyn Was a Commie Spy' Story the Papers Didn't Want You to See
This weekend, the Tory press accused Corbyn of meeting with a Czechoslovakian spy in the 1980s, but forgot to include some important information about the agent's credibility.
Scientists Isolate the Mechanism Behind the Sun’s Most Mysterious Flares
As our civilization increasingly depends on electronic infrastructure, we need to brace for the impacts of space weather.
More Victorians Than Ever Are Going to ER With Extreme Sunburn
It's basically a second-degree burn—and it can cause nerve damage.
Canada Will Study How Solar Storms Threaten Our Energy Grid
“Our technology is getting more advanced, so we’re more susceptible to space weather.”
In 1.3 Million Years, the Solar System Will Briefly Contain Two Stars
It won’t be the first time the Sun has had its personal space invaded.
Astronomers Snap the Most Detailed Image of an Alien Star Yet
Life comes at you fast when you are a red supergiant star.
I Spoke to Eclipse Enthusiasts Who Road Tripped to the Path of Totality
"It’s just the idea of seeing something that primal."
Which Part of Your Life the Solar Eclipse Will Ruin, According to Astrology
No one gets a free ride when it comes to Monday's total solar eclipse. Still, being prepared for the impending emotional turbulence can't hurt.