Classical Astronomers Observed a Different Great Red Spot on Jupiter
In 1665, astronomer Giovanni Domenico Cassini observed a massive storm raging on Jupiter. It became known as the Great Red Spot, a swirling oval of clouds that’s almost twice as…
This Hurricane Season Could Be a Doozy
It’s that time of the year again—but warmer than average. Hurricane season is upon us and the National Weather Service is expecting “above-normal” hurricane activity in the Atlantic basin, which…
Unusually Big Sunspot Cluster Now Visible, Posing Risk of Powerful Solar Flares
A striking set of gigantic sunspots, first spotted from Mars and now designated AR3576, is currently facing Earth, capturing the attention of astronomers, space enthusiasts, and concerned space weather forecasters.…
The Sun Just Spewed Material From Opposite Sides in Rare Phenomenon
NASA’s SDO captured this rare moment of two solar flares erupting at the same time.Gif: NASA/Solar Dynamic Observatory No, you’re not seeing double. The Sun just flung out two massive…
Tropical Storm Brewing Off the Carolina Coast That Could Head Up to New England
National forecasters are keeping an eye on a storm system brewing just off the coast of the Carolinas that is likely to move up to some states in the Northeast…
Tropical Storm Nigel Has Intensified Into a Hurricane
Tropical storm Nigel formed in the Atlantic Ocean late last week and has quickly intensified into a category 1 hurricane. The storm system is not currently a threat to any…
Tropical Cyclone Freddy Has Lasted More Than a Month, Potentially Setting New Record
Almost 200 people are dead and tens of thousands affected in Southern Africa after a tropical cyclone, which at 34 days could be the longest-lasting tropical cyclone on record, hit…