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US: Vibrant Aurora Display Visible Across Northern Maine

A Northern Lights display was visible in Masardis, Maine, on Saturday, January 10.

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Iceland: Massive Northern Lights Illuminate Night Sky Over Reykjavík

A massive Northern Lights display was visible in Reykjavík on Saturday, January 10, marking one of the most striking occurrences in over a decade.

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UK: Pink Sky Baffles Residents in Birmingham During Winter Storm

Residents in and around Birmingham were puzzled on Thursday, January 8 when the sky turned neon pink during severe winter weather brought by Storm Goretti, sparking speculation on social media that it could be the Northern Lights. The phenomenon was later explained as light from pink LED grow lights at Birmingham City Football Club’s stadium, amplified by falling snow and thick cloud that made the sky highly reflective. Similar sightings were reported in nearby areas as the storm triggered multiple weather warnings across the UK.

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China: Striking Fire-Red Clouds Turn Sky Into Fiery Canvas

This is the breathtaking moment fiery red clouds swirled across the sky, creating a spectacular scene. Filmed on December 9, 2025, in Shanxi, China, the video shows glowing clouds rolling across the sky at sunset. Layers of clouds wrapped around the fading light, forming a vivid cloudscape that moved like breaking waves. Red and orange hues shifted continuously, giving the sky a dynamic, cinematic look as color spread across the horizon. The video ends with the clouds still rolling, as the glowing sky slowly fades.

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RECAP: 2025 Super Cold Moon Dazzles Nights Sky

The final full supermoon of 2025, known as the Cold Moon, lit up skies around the world.

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The final full supermoon of 2025, the Cold Moon illuminated skies acorss the world.

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The final full supermoon of 2025, the Cold Moon illuminated skies acorss the world.

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The final full supermoon of 2025, the Cold Moon illuminated skies acorss the world.

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The final full supermoon of 2025, the Cold Moon illuminated skies acorss the world.

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Final Supermoon of 2025 Lights Up Skies Worldwide

The final full supermoon of 2025, the Cold Moon illuminated skies acorss the world.

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Final Supermoon of 2025 Lights Up Skies Worldwide 2

The final full supermoon of 2025, the Cold Moon illuminated skies acorss the world.

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China: Sharp Cloud Boundary Moves Quickly Across Hubei Sky

On November 12, 2025, in Hubei, the video captured the cold front moving overhead, with dense clouds on one side and bright blue sky on the other, creating a boundary that looked as if the sky had been cut open.

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Australia: Southern Lights Light Up Skies Amid Severe Geomagnetic Storm

A severe geomagnetic storm triggered by multiple coronal mass ejections caused one of the most spectacular Southern Lights displays across parts of Australia.

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Japan: Rare Low-Latitude Aurora Observed in Hokkaido

A rare low-latitude aurora was observed in parts of Hokkaido on Wednesday night, November 12.

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North America Sees Northern Lights Illuminating Night Sky 2

In some regions of Canada and the US, the Northern Lights were spotted on Wednesday, November 5, as an eruption of solar material prompted one of the strongest geomagnetic storms of the year to impact Earth.

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US/Canada: Northern Lights Illuminate Night Sky

In some regions of the US and Canada, the Northern Lights were spotted on Wednesday, November 5, as an eruption of solar material prompted one of the strongest geomagnetic storms of the year to impact Earth, creating a chance to see the aurora on Thursday, November 6, for nearly half of the US and potentially most of Canada, including its southernmost regions, with visibility particularly high across Western Canada and the northern territories.

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China: Mysterious Blue Beam Lights Up Night Sky Over Ningbo Beach

On October 4, 2025, in Ningbo, Zhejiang, a video captured a rare phenomenon over Songlanshan Beach, where a bright blue beam stretched across the sky, glowing like a divine ray.

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US: Smoke From Wildfires Blankets Central Washington Sky Amid Red Flag Warning

Wildfires, including the Labor Mountain Fire and Lower Sugarloaf Fire, have raged in Chelan County, central Washington, as of Thursday, September 25. Smoke from the fires covered the sky in Wenatchee. A Red Flag warning was in effect due to strong winds and dry conditions, prompting authorities to expand Level 3 evacuation areas due to the blazes.

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RECAP: Wall of Dust Engulfs Arizona, Disrupting Travel and Power

On August 25, a massive dust storm, known as a haboob, swept across Arizona, plunging cities into near-total darkness and sending residents scrambling for safety. Fierce winds toppled trees, disrupted power across Maricopa County, and caused widespread flight delays at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, while the swirling clouds of dust infiltrated homes, cars, and streets, creating an apocalyptic scene across the state.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 13

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 10

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 9

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 7

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 8

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 5

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 6

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 4

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 2

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 3

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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US: Stunning Rainbow Appears Over Florida Sky

A vivid rainbow stretched across the Florida sky on Monday, August 18, delighting onlookers.

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US: Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Creates Hazy Skies Over Boston 2

Air quality alerts were issued across the northern Midwest and New England, as thick smoke from Canadian wildfires blanketed the skies. This video shows a hazy sunrise over Boston caused by the drifting smoke on Tuesday morning, August 5.

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US: Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Creates Hazy Skies Over Boston

Air quality alerts were issued across the northern Midwest and New England on Sunday, August 3, as thick smoke from Canadian wildfires blanketed the skies. Hazy sky was seen over Boston during sunrise due to the smoke in this video.

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Indonesia: Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki Erupts on Consecutive Days, Reaching Highest Alert 2

Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki in Flores, Indonesia, erupted on Friday evening, August 1, ejecting ash up to 18 km (11 miles) above sea level. The volcano then erupted for a second straight day on Saturday, sending a column of volcanic materials and ash up to 10 km (6.3miles) into the sky. The aviation threat level has been raised to its highest.

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Indonesia: Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki Erupts on Consecutive Days, Reaching Highest Alert

Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki in Flores, Indonesia, erupted on Friday evening, August 1, ejecting ash up to 18 km (11 miles) above sea level. The volcano then erupted for a second straight day on Saturday, sending a column of volcanic materials and ash up to 10 km (6.3miles) into the sky. The aviation threat level has been raised to its highest.

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Indonesia: Thick Volcanic Ash Blankets Flores as Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki Erupts

Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki in Flores, Indonesia, erupted on Friday evening, August 1, ejecting ash up to 18 km (11 miles) above sea level. The volcano then erupted for a second straight day on Saturday, sending a column of volcanic materials and ash up to 10 km (6.3miles) into the sky. The aviation threat level has been raised to its highest. This video shows thick volcanic ash blanketing the village of Watu Omok, Sikka Regency.

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China: Miraculous Mirage Makes Ship Appear to Float Above Pier in Zhejiang

Residents in Zhejiang, China, witnessed a stunning mirage on July 27, 2025, where a large ship appeared to float above a pier. The natural optical illusion blurred the horizon, making the vessel look suspended in the sky, leaving onlookers amazed as they filmed the surreal scene.

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China: Rainbow Cloud Appears Over Storm in Shantou, Guangdong

Residents of Shantou, Guangdong, witnessed a breathtaking natural phenomenon on July 26. As storm clouds filled the sky, a vivid iridescent cloud—also known as a “rainbow cloud”—appeared above the dark mass. The colorful formation glowed with rainbow-like hues, resembling a radiant halo that gave the storm a magical, almost surreal aura.

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China: Ominous Wall of Clouds Engulfs Sky Over Liuzhou, Guangxi

A massive wall of dark clouds rolled over Liuzhou, Guangxi, on June 23. The video captures the intense moment as thick black clouds suddenly engulfed the sky above the city. The dramatic scene stunned many viewers, with the sky resembling something out of a disaster movie.

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US: Clouds Glow in Lightning Show Over Sunny Isles Beach, Florida

Lightning lit up the sky over Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, on the night of July 21, 2025, creating a dramatic display behind thick clouds. While no visible bolts were seen, the clouds flashed repeatedly as distant lightning illuminated the night sky.

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China: Rare Waterspout Twirls Over Songyuan Sky

This stunning moment captured a rare waterspout phenomenon, known locally as a “dragon sucking water,” appearing in the sky on July 16, 2025, in Songyuan, Jilin. It mesmerized onlookers with its swirling, column-like form. The rare sight left local residents in awe, as the phenomenon remained visible for about three to four minutes before gradually fading away.

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Indonesia: Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki Volcano Erupts, Causing Flight Cancellations

Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki in Indonesia erupted twice on Monday, July 7, sending massive volcanic smoke up to 18 kilometers (11 miles) into the sky, dumping ash on villages and causing flight cancellations. No casualties were immediately reported.

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China: Rare Sun Halo Appears Over Ningbo Amid Heatwave

On July 1, 2025, a rare sun halo appeared over Ningbo, Zhejiang, drawing the attention of passersby who stopped to watch. The phenomenon, caused by sunlight passing through ice crystals, occurred amid a heatwave with temperatures nearing 40 °C.

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US: Magnificent Double Rainbow Dazzles Utah Sky

A magnificent double rainbow was spotted over Magna, west of Salt Lake City, on Wednesday, July 2.

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China: UFO-Shaped Cloud Spotted Over Jilin Sky

This video captures a UFO-shaped cloud floating in the sky over Jilin on June 7. The sharply defined formation resembled a classic flying saucer and drifted effortlessly above the skyline.

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China: Mysterious Vertical Lights Appear Over Hainan Night Sky

This is the eerie moment that a series of glowing needle-like beams appeared vertically in the night sky, resembling glowing needles suspended from above, on June 16, 2025, in Hainan, China. The phenomenon baffled residents and lit up social media. According to eyewitnesses, the lights remained visible for about 30 minutes and appeared in vibrant, shifting colors. People nearby paused to watch the spectacle and discuss what it might be, expressing both awe and confusion.

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China: Lightning Strikes Through Rainbow as Sunset Paints Sky in Inner Mongolia

This is the stunning moment that a rare mix of lightning and rainbow lit up the sky, capturing a breathtaking scene that also featured sunset and colorful clouds. On May 11, 2025, in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, the video showed a rare atmospheric phenomenon where a bolt of lightning slashed through the sky as a vivid rainbow arched across the horizon. As the sun began to set, casting an orange hue over the clouds, onlookers were treated to a mesmerizing display where multiple natural elements, lightning, rainbow, sunset, and painted clouds, had converged in one frame. The lightning bolt flashed dramatically across the sky just beneath the arc of the rainbow, creating a moment of natural beauty that was rarely seen together. The video ended with the lightning fading into the distance as the rainbow slowly dissolved into the dusky sky.

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Strawberry Moon: Lowest Full Moon in Decades 2

June's full moon, known as the Strawberry Moon, reached its peak on Wednesday, June 10, at 20 degrees of Sagittarius. This year’s Strawberry Moon was the lowest in decades due to the Major Lunar Standstill and its proximity to the summer solstice.

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Strawberry Moon: Lowest Full Moon in Decades

June's full moon, known as the Strawberry Moon, reached its peak on Wednesday, June 10, at 20 degrees of Sagittarius. This year’s Strawberry Moon was the lowest in decades due to the Major Lunar Standstill and its proximity to the summer solstice.

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US: Haze Blankets New York Due to Ongoing Canadian Wildfires

More than 200 wildfires continue to burn across Canada, sending smoke into several U.S. states, including the East Coast. Air quality alerts remained in effect for some areas, especially near the Canadian border.

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