NASA May 14, 2024 Solar storms that caused pretty auroras can create havoc with technology — here’s how Jim Wild, Lancaster University Solar storms can play havoc with electrical grids, satellites and railway lines.
A sunspot emitting a flare on the surface of the sun. (NASA/GSFC/Solar Dynamics Observatory) December 28, 2023 Larger and more frequent solar storms will make for potential disruptions and spectacular auroras on Earth Martin Connors, Athabasca University The sun is expected to reach its solar maximum in 2025. Recent auroras suggest that the maximum may be bigger than predicted.
A coronal mass ejection on the solar surface. (NASA/GSFC/SDO) August 14, 2023 This solar cycle, the sun’s activity is more powerful and surprising than predicted Daniel Billett, University of Saskatchewan We’re currently a few years into the 25th studied solar cycle. An 11-year period of sun activity, this solar cycle is more active than previously expected.