Current Events

A study found a dramatic increase in fentanyl-laced counterfeit prescription pills seized by law enforcement. Israel expanded attacks in Gaza, a man died after receiving a genetically modified pig kidney transplant, a geomagnetic storm hit Earth, gangs in Haiti control the capital, and Olivia and Liam remain popular baby names.

Solar Storm and Northern Lights

A solar storm pushed the Northern Lights further south than usual, impacting power grids and telecommunications systems. The storm produced auroras in various countries, including the U.S. and Chile. The storm originated from sunspots and is expected to continue with less intensity in the coming days.

Geomagnetic Storm and Aurora

A geomagnetic storm caused an aurora visible as far south as Florida and disrupted satellites, including Elon Musk's Starlink service. The solar storm stems from sunspot region 3664 and has caused power grid irregularities and GPS disruptions.

Solar Storm Hits Earth

The most powerful solar storm in over two decades hit Earth, causing celestial light shows and threatening disruptions to satellites and power grids. Multiple coronal mass ejections were observed, with social media capturing stunning auroras in northern Europe and Australasia. Authorities issued warnings to satellite operators, airlines, and power grids to take precautionary measures. The solar storm was described as the biggest in a long time by Elon Musk.

Severe Solar Storm Lights Up Night Skies with Northern Lights

Severe solar storm causes spectacular displays of northern lights in unusual locations worldwide, including Europe, the United States, and New Zealand.

Solar Storm and Northern Lights

An unusually strong solar storm hitting Earth produced stunning displays of northern lights in the U.S. and across the Northern Hemisphere, with potential disruptions to power and communications. The storm, while not as severe as historical events, poses risks for power grids and satellites.

Potential Solar Storm Threat to Earth

A rare and powerful solar storm may occur in outer space today, potentially wreaking havoc on Earth with severe geomagnetic storm conditions. Officials have issued warnings as at least five streams of plasma are heading towards Earth, prompting concerns about disruptions to electronic devices and power grids.

Solar Storm Threatens Global Disruption

A severe solar storm this weekend threatens to trigger blackouts, disrupt navigation systems, and knock out high-frequency radios worldwide. It is the first time since January 2005 that the U.S. Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a G4 geomagnetic storm watch.

Potential Severe Solar Storm Warning by NOAA

NOAA has issued a Severe (G4) Geomagnetic Storm Watch due to an uncommonly powerful solar storm that may disrupt electronic devices and power grids, while also creating a spectacular aurora. The last such alert was in 2005. The storm could impact infrastructure, wipe out the internet, and trigger auroras as far south as Alabama and Northern California.

Rare Solar Storm Warning

A rare solar storm warning issued by NOAA could disrupt Earth's power supplies, knock out the internet, and cause auroras in the northern hemisphere.

NASA and SpaceX Crew-8 Mission and Geomagnetic Storm

NASA and SpaceX prepare for Crew-8 mission amid geomagnetic storm expected to disrupt radio communications but provide great aurora viewing. Solar activity near its peak causing geomagnetic storms to hit Earth more frequently.