Aurora
Bizarre butterfly-shaped solar flare emerges from the sun
The coronal mass ejection exploded out from the far side of the sun, appearing in the shape of butterfly wings, so won't hit the Earth.
Massive solar flare causes radio blackout over U.S.
The M8.6-class solar flare emitted from a sunspot caused radio blackouts, due to ionizing the Earth's atmosphere and interfering with radio transmissions.
Pilot treats passengers to stunning view by performing 360 fly-by
A man who posted pictures of one of nature's most spectacular phenomena on Twitter, taken during a commercial flight, had "an incredible ending to a special trip."
Massive solar storm slamming into Earth sparks aurora around the world
The spectacular red lights in the sky were caused by a G3 geomagnetic storm interacting with Earth's atmosphere.
Weird rainbow clouds appear in sky
"I opened the door of the room and saw this show in the sky," photographer Rebecca Paviola told Newsweek. "It looked like a painting!"
Cracks Are Appearing in Earth's Magnetic Field as the Equinox Approaches
The phenomenon could mean that more auroras are visible across the northern hemisphere as the fall equinox approaches this month.
Watch 'Cannibal' CME Explode From Sun's Surface in NASA Footage
A cannibal coronal mass ejection from the sun, which overtook and combined with another CME, is due to hit Earth.
Dark Plasma Eruption: Aurora Forecast for U.S. From 'Machine Gun' Flares
In the wake of a powerful plasma ejection from the Sun's surface, the Northern Lights are forecasted to be visible over parts of the United States.
'Best' UFO Picture Ever, the Calvine Photo, Found After 30 Years Missing
The British Ministry of Defence had kept the mysterious image secret, but a copy made decades ago has blown the case wide open.
Rare Mystery Aerial Phenomenon Seen after Surprise Solar Storm
A strange aurora phenomenon, dubbed STEVE (Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement), has been spotted over Canada.
Earth Pummeled by Solar Storms As More Sunspots Appear on Sun's Surface
A surprise geomagnetic storm hit Earth on Sunday, while another is forecast to reach us today.
'Full-Halo' Solar Storm from Tsunami on Sun Surface Headed for Earth
A huge "full-halo" solar ejection is headed straight for Earth, and will result in spectacular auroral displays on July 23.
Solar Storm from Holes in Sun's Corona Headed Straight for Earth
A surge of solar wind following a coronal mass ejection from the sun is due to hit the Earth's atmosphere, creating a beautiful aurora display.
Breathtaking Image Shows Giant, Whale-shaped Aurora in Night Sky
Freelance photographer Göran Strand captured the phenomenon and said it was the most beautiful display he's ever seen
Photos Show Incredible Northern Lights Sparked by Solar Storm
A cloud of charged gas from the sun hit Earth on Sunday, causing a spectacular light show for people in northern latitudes.
Beautiful Aurora Triggers Nest Doorbell Camera, Captures Light Display
"Seeing a brilliant aurora is a life changing experience," climatologist Brian Brettschneider, who posted the footage, told Newsweek.
Saturn Has Its Own Northern Lights—Scientists Finally Know How They Happen
As well as explaining how light shows illuminate Saturn's skies, recent findings solve the decades-long mystery of why the length of the planet's day changed.
Aurora, Colorado, Elijah McClain's Family Agree to $15 Million Settlement
The settlement comes days after it was also announced an investigation found a pattern of biased policing in the Aurora, Colorado police, mandating reforms.
Gov Calls for Focus on Youth Violence After 2 Shootings Involving Students
Colorado Governor Jared Polis said the state needs to focus on youth violence after two shootings with high school students happened in Aurora in the same week.
Aurora, Colorado Shooting Near School Sends Six Teens to Hospital
"It makes me sad about it because they're so young," a man who claimed to hear at least 30 gunshots "in rapid succession," said.
Three Killed in Colorado After Van Driver Experiences Medical Emergency
The deceased included the driver of the van as well as two pedestrians, according to Aurora, Colorado police.
NASA's Black Brant XII Rocket to Launch From Wallops Island on Saturday
The rocket will help scientists study the Earth's magnetic field lines by releasing a cloud of vapor.
Pet Dog Bites 5-Year-Old Boy's Face As He Plays Video Game in Colorado Home
The adopted pit bull dog was surrendered to the Denver Dumb Friends League animal shelter and euthanized following the attack.
Retired Aurora Police Officer Accused of Aiding Suspected Pipe Bomber
The 69-year-old is accused of helping Scott Campbell cover his tracks after he detonated a device in Colorado on Christmas Day.
Colorado Teenager Accused of Attempted Murder of Two Police Officers
Aurora Police Chief Vanessa Wilson told local media: "We will not tolerate our officers being targeted, nor should our community."
Police Officer Suspended for Holding Black Doctor at Gunpoint on Own Drive
Dr P.J. Parmar was dropping off some equipment at his own property in Aurora, Colorado, when he was confronted by a police officer brandishing a gun.
Sun May Be Moving Into Solar Cycle 25, Kicking Off a New Wave of Activity
Some solar cycles feature lots of activity, while others can be relatively quiet.
Entirely New Type of Aurora Discovered, Creating 'Dunes' in the Night Sky
The "dunes" can be found at an altitude of around 62 miles in the upper part of an atmospheric layer known as the mesosphere.
When Will Auroras Be Visible Over U.S.? Geomagnetic Storm Headed for Earth
The Space Weather Prediction Center says the "moderate" storm will arrive on May 16.
Geomagnetic Storm Headed for Earth Could Mean Auroras for Parts of U.S.
A sunspot region produced a series of coronal mass ejections starting on May 10.