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Research Reveals Recent Solar Flare Disruptions in Earth’s Ionosphere

This month, a series of intense X-class solar flares created stunning auroras that were visible from a surprisingly wide area—stretching from northern Europe all the way to Florida. Researchers at NJIT’s Center for Solar-Terrestrial Research (CSTR) have also documented how these solar events affected Earth’s upper atmosphere, albeit in less obvious ways.

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Scientists Uncover Enigmatic Golden Orb in Ocean’s Depths

Deep below the Alaskan coast, at about 3,300 meters (2 miles) underwater where sunlight never reaches, a mysterious golden orb was discovered by a NOAA Ocean Exploration vehicle during a 2023 expedition. This strange find was nestled on a rock surrounded by white sponges, measuring roughly 10 centimeters (4 inches) and featuring a curious hole.