Northern Lights

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An aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights, is seen in the night sky near Washtucna, Washington.

Listen to the never before heard 'solar song' of the Northern Lights

A new project has converted the previously unheard sounds into audible tracks, revealing an orchestra of whistles, whooshes, and chirps.

10 May

Photographers capture the beauty of the Northern Lights in Jersey

High levels of magnetic activity meant the Aurora Borealis could be seen as far south as the Channel Islands.

25 Apr

Stunning photos show Northern Lights put on impressive display

The Aurora Borealis were seen as far south as Cornwall.

24 Apr

Chance to see Northern Lights as aurora forecast for second night

In pictures: Aurora borealis captured in spectacular light show

The best pictures as northern lights put on stunning display

What caused this mysterious blue spiral in the night sky over Alaska?

Why we can expect more stunning Northern Lights displays in UK

Spectacular Northern Lights captured on camera over Midlands

Watch the Northern Lights dance in colourful display

Timelapse shows moment aurora lights up the skies for a second night

Is tonight your last chance to see the Northern Lights in the UK?

Des Coleman explains why the Northern lights are over the Midlands

Northern lights visible over the UK for the second night

In pictures: Northern Lights return for another striking show in UK skies