Solar superstorm warning
A once-in-a-century "solar superstorm" could hit the earth in the near future, causing black-outs, and a loss in satellite communications, scientists have warned.
A guide to the phenomenon known as solar flares
This guide from Nasa explains what happens when the powerful magnetic fields in and around the sun reconnect, which could lead to a "solar superstorm".
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