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Sun Releases Strong Flare
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The Sun emitted a strong solar flare, peaking at 7:13 a.m. ET on Feb. 4. NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory, which…

Feb 4, 2026
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NASA’s IMAP Begins Primary Science Mission
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NASA’s IMAP (Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe) began its two-year primary science mission on Feb. 1 to explore and map…

Feb 2, 2026
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NASA’s SunRISE SmallSats Ace Tests, Moving Closer to Launch
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The small satellites passed a crucible of tests, ending with a simulation of the intense vibrations of launch. When the six tiny spacecraft of NASA’s SunRISE (Sun Radio Interferometer Space Experiment) mission settle…

Jan 20, 2026
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Strong Flare Erupts From Sun
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The Sun emitted a strong solar flare, peaking at 1:09 p.m. EST on Jan. 18, 2026. NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory,…

Jan 20, 2026
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Video: Introduction to the Heliopause
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(Grades 9-12+) In these videos, Dr. Merav Opher explain what we know about the heliopause.

Jan 6, 2026
NASA’s Parker Solar Probe Completes 26th Closest Approach to Sun
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NASA’s Parker Solar Probe completed its 26th close approach to the Sun on Dec. 13, again matching its record distance…

Dec 18, 2025
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NASA’s Parker Solar Probe Spies Solar Wind ‘U-Turn’
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Images captured by NASA’s Parker Solar Probe as the spacecraft made its record-breaking closest approach to the Sun in December…

Dec 11, 2025
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Helio Highlight: Comets, the Sun, and You
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This article shows educators how comets help us learn about the Sun and Space Weather. Connected to educational resources that…

Dec 2, 2025
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NASA, ESA Sun Observatory Marks 30 Years
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As ESA (European Space Agency) and NASA’s SOHO (Solar and Heliospheric Observatory) turns 30 on Tuesday, a lot has changed in…

Dec 2, 2025
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