The aurora australis glows above the Tasman Sea near New Zealand, photographed from the International Space Station in 2011. The southern lights, like the aurora borealis, form when charged particles ...
The most severe solar storm of the year is underway. A powerful solar storm is happening right now, and if you’re in southern Australia, tonight might be your chance to see the colourful display.
When people speak of the northern lights, they are typically referring to Earth’s spectacular display of aurora borealis: green, purple, and red waves.
The International Space Station (ISS), which orbits Earth, has shared a breathtaking video of the Southern Lights, also known as Aurora Australis, visible from high southern latitudes. These dazzling ...