The Northern Lights may be visible in parts of the US this weekend. Why are they so active now?

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific developments and more. A series of solar flares and coronal mass ejections from the Sun have the potential to create dazzling auroras that can be seen as far south as Alabama and Northern California, but could also disrupt … Read more

The Northern Lights may be visible in parts of the US this weekend. Why are they so active now?

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific developments and more. A series of solar flares and coronal mass ejections from the Sun have the potential to create dazzling auroras that can be seen as far south as Alabama and Northern California, but could also disrupt … Read more

Watch as the sun shows off year-round total solar eclipses, strong solar storms, and NASA nearly landing on the sun’s surface

The sun is developing coronal holes, one of several forms of solar activity that could peak this year.NASA Solar Dynamics Observatory The sun has a big year in 2024, starting with a total solar eclipse in the US. As the sun reaches its maximum activity, you should also keep an eye out for the Northern … Read more

The night sky will have a multitude of delights in store for stargazers in 2024. What should we pay attention to?

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific developments and more. The night sky will have a host of delights in store for stargazers in 2024. Full moons and meteor showers will light up the sky. An increase in solar activity is expected to produce auroras … Read more

Look for a total solar eclipse, full moons and meteor showers in 2024

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific developments and more. The night sky will have a host of delights in store for stargazers in 2024. Full moons and meteor showers will light up the sky. An increase in solar activity is expected to produce auroras … Read more