5 h. ago Northern Lights provide stunning backdrop as lamb born on Wester Ross farm

The picture was taken earlier this month in Wester Ross.

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16 h. ago A scientific rocket launch to study the Northern Lights almost ended in armageddon after Russian early

That was when a Norwegian rocket launch, carrying scientific equipment to study the Northern Lights, was mistakenly identified as a US missile attack.

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7 d. ago As a kid I hated Easter because nothing happened – now I treasure its stillness and strange beauty | Paul Daley

The seasonal change brings in me a mellowness and a desire to reflect that feels somehow spiritual, albeit in a secular wayFor Christians, Easter is a remarkable time of new life, of resurrection and spiritual renewal. But those of a more secular persuasion can also find themselves beguiled by the restorative zeitgeist of this celebratory time of year.In the northern hemisphere it’s spring, with its green shoots and brighter light. Down here, deep in the southern hemisphere, the transition is of a gentle autumnal splendour – of softer skies and a flourish of bronze in the deciduous treetops. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Northern Lights could next dazzle in UK skies after rare 'double solar eruption'

The Met Office says 'fast solar winds' could bring the auroral borealis to the UK again next week

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1 week ago Aurora Borealis: Northern Lights could appear over Scotland for third night following geomagnetic storm

For a third night, the Northern Lights are set to appear across skies in Scotland after a severe solar storm.

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1 week ago Massive solar storm set to hit in matter of HOURS causing global blackouts

NOAA issued a Geomagnetic Storm Warning for a 'strong' G3 storm, which could cause power system voltage irregularities, sparking dips, surges or disruptions in some grid operations.

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1 week ago Where you can see Northern Lights in the UK tonight as red alert issued

The Met Office have predicted a sighting is "highly likely"

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1 week ago Northern Lights red alert issued as Aurora Borealis to be visible in UK TONIGHT

People may be able to see the incredible Northern Lights tonight as a red alert was issued by AuroraWatch UK, which means there is a high chance skywatchers may see them

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1 week ago Best places to see the northern lights around the world – and when to visit

Where to go – and when – for a glimpse of the spectacular aurora borealis

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1 week ago Northern Lights UK: Met Office reveals exactly where Brits can see stunning phenomenon TONIGHT

Brits were treated to a stunning display of the aurora borealis last night with the Met Office issuing a strong geomagnetic storm watch, as there could be another chance to spot the display tonight

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1 week ago Scots 'emotional' after seeing Northern Lights as geomagnetic storm brings more stunning sightings

Beautiful photos were shared online by people across the UK as the aurora borealis geomagnetic storm took hold

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1 week ago Northern Lights to be visible again tonight after dazzling parts of UK – here’s where and how to see them

The Met Office forecast the effects of a coronial mass ejection - a burst of material from the sun into space - would result in the colourful displays across northern parts of the UK from Tuesday evening

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1 week ago Aurora borealis geomagnetic storm means Scots can see Northern Lights again tonight

The Northern Lights will shine across parts of the UK tonight after one Scot said "it's the best show I've ever seen"

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1 week ago Met Office reveals exactly where Northern Lights could be seen tonight in UK

The Met Office issued a 'storm watch' alert on Tuesday that could continue through Wednesday night

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1 week ago Stunning aurora borealis geomagnetic storm leaves Brits 'a bit emotional'

Conditions for an aurora borealis geomagnetic storm - otherwise known as the Northern Lights - were expected to be optimum throughout Tuesday night, the Met Office said

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1 week ago A solar storm could hit Earth tomorrow. Here’s how it could affect you

Forecasters say the northern lights could be seen across a large swath of the U.S.

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1 week ago A strong solar storm heads to Earth. Here's what to know about northern lights

A strong solar storm is headed to Earth and this could cause colorful aurora displays in parts of the United States

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1 week ago Exact times that Northern Lights may be visible from London tonight according to Met Office

Exact times that Northern Lights may be visible from London tonight according to Met Office  MyLondon

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1 week ago The exact times Northern Lights could be visible 'for much of England' tonight

The aurora borealis could light up UK skies again this weekend

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1 week ago A solar storm could hit Earth. Here’s how it could affect you

Forecasters say the northern lights could be seen across a large swath of the U.S.

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