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Swirling Magnetic Sun Mesmerizes in NASA AnimationA combination of computer modeling and solar imagery visualize the sun's magnetic structure, offering a peek at the intense and dramatic activity that keeps the star's engine running.
By Mindy Weisberger Published
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The Active Sun: US Unveils Plan to Deal with Space WeatherOn Thursday (Oct. 29), the White House released two documents that lay out the nation's official plan for mitigating the negative impacts of solar flares and other types of "space weather."
By Mike Wall Published
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NASA Satellite Quartet Aims to Crack Magnetic Mystery Near EarthThe Magnetospheric Multiscale mission, which will study a cosmic phenomenon that is both dazzling and dangerous for people on Earth, is scheduled to launch into orbit on Thursday (March 12).
By Calla Cofield Published
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The Active Sun Fired Off a Big Solar Flare: Watch It Live TodayBy Mike Wall Published
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Intense Solar Storm Could Hit Earth on Friday the 13thBy Kelly Dickerson Published
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Monster Solar Flare This Year Was the Best-Observed in History (Video, Photos)Four spacecraft and one ground-based observatory recorded the eruption of a powerful X-class solar flare on March 29, making it the best-observed such event in history, NASA officials said.
By Joseph Castro Published
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NASA Sun-Watching Spacecraft Celebrates 4th Birthday with Amazing VideoBy Mike Wall Published
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NASA Sun-Earth Video Wins International Science ChallengeBy Mike Wall Published
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Sun's Current Solar Activity Cycle Is Weakest in a CenturyBy Mike Wall Published
