Every year in early January, Earth reaches the closest point in its orbit to the Sun, a moment astronomers call perihelion.
The planet is experiencing the most powerful solar event since 2003—and it's bringing spectacular Northern Lights.
Earth reaches its closest point to the sun in its 2026 orbit on Jan. 3. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. The sun will appear ...
Aurora alert! The colossal solar storm could impact and trigger impressive northern lights.
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A powerful flare unleashed a severe solar storm that caused auroras and GPS disruptions on Earth.