Stardust in Antarctica shows Earth crossed a supernova cloud

Sun news for June 4, 2026: A cannibal CME heading for Earth! Up to G3 (strong) storms are possible tonight. Prepare for auroras!

Turn the lights out for birds during spring migration. Check out the links here to maps that show when birds are passing over the area where you live.

Small ants clean larger ants, a researcher has discovered. It’s the first known case of interspecies grooming between ants.

Sun news for May 11, 2026: An M5.8 (moderate) flare erupts from AR4436! A G1 (minor) storm and auroras are possible midweek. Stay alert!

Scientists say it’s unlikely aliens visit Earth anytime soon, because interstellar travel faces huge barriers of distance, energy and time.

Visible planets and night sky guide. See the moon near bright Jupiter and blazing Venus shortly after sunset this evening. And join us for an exciting video!