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The aurora australis arcs over Earth during an active solar event in this photograph taken on June 5, 2026, from the International Space Station.
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Indian Ocean southwest of Perth, Australia
Who
NASA/Jessica Meir
What
The aurora australis arcs over Earth during an active solar event in this photograph taken on June 5, 2026, from the International Space Station.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:38:00 GMT · 2h 42m ago
Where
Indian Ocean southwest of Perth, Australia ·
Why
Auroras are colorful, dynamic, and often visually delicate displays of an intricate dance of particles and magnetism between the Sun and Earth called space weather.
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A photograph taken from the International Space Station captured the aurora australis, showcasing an active solar event and the visual effects of space weather.
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