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Japan Rocket Explodes Shortly After Liftoff
February 28, 2026, 12:00 pm EST
A commercial rocket attempting to launch a satellite into orbit was blown up shortly after liftoff – here’s what it looked like.
The Summer Solstice Seen From Space
February 28, 2026, 12:00 pm EST
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s GOES-East satellite captured this footage of the Earth’s tilt changing relative to the Sun over an entire year of orbit. Look closely. You’ll see seasons changing and storms crossing oceans.
Six Planets Set to Align in Spectacular February Sky Show
February 26, 2026, 5:03 am EST
What to know about the rare "planetary parade" coming this weekend.
February Brings An Eclipse, Meteor Shower, Six-Planet Parade
February 22, 2026, 12:00 pm EST
February 2026 is packed with rare celestial events happening within weeks of each other, including a six-planet alignment and a ring of fire solar eclipse on Feb. 17. These aren't just spectacular visuals, they're connected to Earth's tidal forces, seasonal shifts and weather patterns.
Northern Lights To Southern Lights: Auroras Around The World
February 21, 2026, 12:00 pm EST
People across the United States weren’t the only ones treated to a spectacular celestial show. This week’s intense geomagnetic storm illuminated the night sky around the world. Check out some of the most stunning displays from Europe to Mongolia to Australia.
A New Comet Was Just Discovered; Will It Be Visible In Broad Daylight?
February 20, 2026, 1:31 pm EST
Could Comet C/2026 A1 (MAPS) be the next "Great Comet"? Discovered in January, this sungrazing comet may be visible in broad daylight this April.
A Dark, Starry Sky Might Be Just What The Doctor Ordered
February 20, 2026, 12:00 pm EST
Recent research says feeling awe is critical to our mental health - just like joy and other positive emotions. Studies also show being outside in nature is good for us. Now, we’re learning that the dark, starry night sky could be the perfect combination of the two when it comes to our well being.
Aurora Time-Lapse Over Northwest Pennsylvania
February 20, 2026, 12:00 pm EST
A rare geomagnetic storm caused the northern lights to be seen over the continental United States on Sunday night. This aurora time-lapse was seen over Erie, Pennsylvania. The beautiful sight appeared overhead following a coronal mass ejection from the sun, which was detected on Friday. These northern lights could possibly be seen as far south as California and Alabama.
The Top 5 Strangest White Christmases In Recent Memory
February 19, 2026, 2:12 pm EST
A white Christmas is considered fairly common for parts of the northern tier and Intermountain West. But Mother Nature has been known to throw a curveball — or should I say snowball? — when it comes to who might see the white, fluffy stuff come Christmas morning. From the Southwest to South Texas, watch to find out what our top five strangest white Christmases are in recent memory.
See The Moment A Solar Flare Shoots Plasma Out Of The Sun
February 19, 2026, 8:15 pm EST
Have you ever seen a coronal mass ejection? It’s the eruption of plasma during a solar flare, and new video captured one powerful eruption in stunning detail. A solar flare is usually the genesis of a geomagnetic storm that brings beautiful auroras in the sky above us, but this time, the storm wasn’t aiming for Earth.

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