The Magnetic Shield That Protects Our Climate Earth is surrounded by an immense magnetic field, called the magnetosphere.

Scientists studying Earth's magnetic field have discovered that its electric heartbeat flows in the opposite direction from ...

ORLANDO, Fla. - Will Florida get more auroras this weekend? In short, maybe. The sun remains quite active, and its solar ...

A powerful geomagnetic solar storm is helping to unveil northern lights across the United States. Here's how auroras become visible.

The sun has burped out bursts of energy called coronal mass ejections that could reach Earth Tuesday night. Forecasters said ...

A severe geomagnetic storm put the power grids in at least 11 states at risk this week, posing a threat to millions.

A G4 geomagnetic storm watch has been issued, signaling the potential for yet another display of the northern lights across ...

More than 15 states should be able to see the coming aurora borealis. Find out which states will offer the best views.

Increased solar activity causes auroras that dance around Earth’s poles, known as the northern lights, or aurora borealis, ...

Astronomers say they spotted signs of a giant explosion releasing from a star beyond our solar system, one powerful enough to destroy a planet’s atmosphere.

To catch a glimpse, find a dark area away from city lights, such as a park or rural location, and check your local weather — ...

Scientists anticipate less cloud cover, as an intense geomagnetic storm could make the northern lights more visible in Bucks ...