we simply don't live far enough north for the aurora borealis or south enough for the aurora australis (also known as the southern lights). Only during heightened solar activity can strong ...

THE NORTHERN Lights are set to dazzle parts of the UK tonight, with the Met Office issuing a 90 per cent chance alert.

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Colors of the aurora borealis, and the southern counterpart, aurora australis, run the gamut. The hue depends on the altitude of the reaction, as well as the type of atmospheric gas involved.

Nature is a master artist, painting the skies, waters, and landscapes with mesmerising hues. From celestial wonders to ...

You may have noticed that more auroras have been visible in recent years, including from lower latitudes. Here's why the northern lights have been amped up lately.

There are two types of Aurora - Aurora Borealis, which means 'dawn of the north', and Aurora Australis, 'dawn of the south.' The displays light up when electrically charged particles from the sun ...

The Northern Lights will be visible from the UK again tonight, and here's exactly when and where you can spot them.