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The sun's magnetic field will flip soon. Here's what to expect.

As we approach solar maximum, something strange is happening to the sun's magnetic field. We explore this flip in polarity in more detail and look at the effects it could have on Earth.

Space

A bright ‘Sun-skirting’ comet will grace southern skies this week. Here’s how to see it

Hot on the heels of a spectacular comet late last year, another celestial visitor is set to put on a show. And Southern Hemisphere observers have a ringside seat.

The Conversation

Nothing new under the sun: Australia’s long history of missed chances to build sustainable homes

Australians are no strangers to housing crises. Some will even remember the crisis that followed the second world war. As well as producing the popular mid-century modern style of architecture, these post-war decades were a time of struggle.

The Conversation

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James Webb Space Telescope discovers one of the earliest 'truly gargantuan' supernovas ever seen

The James Webb Space Telescope has spotted one of the earliest and most distant supernovas, marking the death of a stellar monster 20 times the mass of the sun.

Space

Brits buying homes in Spain to be hit with 100% property tax

Non-EU citizens seeking a home in the sun face a huge tax hike on housing

The Independent UK

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra one year later: We want the Galaxy S25 Ultra more than ever

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has been out for a year now, but how has it held up? The answer might surprise you.

Android Central

Scientists turn 3 years' worth of solar flares into audible sound (video)

The European Space Agency has released an audio-visual representation of solar activity over the last three years, using data from the Solar Orbiter probe.

Space

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Brightest comet in 20 years to appear this week

’New Years Comet’ will appear as bright as Venus – and won’t be back for another 160,000 years

The Independent UK

It might have been more than 5 years since Avengers: Endgame but I never noticed this poignant detail about Thanos' death scene

Marvel fans have been dissecting the scene

Total Film

Is it true that … wearing suncream in the winter slows signs of ageing?

We sift through mixed-messaging about sun protection factor creams, UV light, skincare and vitamin D

The Guardian - UK

Starwatch: Mars at its brightest, closest to Earth and in conjunction with moon

The red planet is only about 60m miles away and will also be directly opposite the sun for maximum light

The Guardian - UK

Soak up the rays: wines tasting of sunshine

Escape the gloom with these big red wines bursting with the flavours of warm countries

The Guardian - UK

What the papers say – January 12

Here are the major stories making headlines this Sunday.

Evening Standard

CBS Announcers Trolled Jerry Jones, Cowboys About the Sun During Chargers-Texans Game

The joke never gets old.

Sports Illustrated

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Do female crickets sing and why does the Earth spin? Try our kids’ quiz

Five multiple-choice questions – set by children – to test your knowledge, and a chance to submit your own junior brainteasers for future quizzes

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What Flowers Are in Bloom in January? 5 Expert-Approved Favorites You Can Plant Now for Instant, Effortless Color

These gorgeous blooms will add flashes of beauty to lift your garden. Our expert selection is all super-easy to grow, too

Space

The Full Wolf Moon 'eats' Mars tonight. Here's how to see it

On the night of Jan. 13, the full moon will appear to pass in front of Mars, resulting in an occultation visible from the United States, much of southern and eastern Canada, and West Africa.

Space

Mars is bigger and brighter this weekend than it will be all year. Here's how to see it

Mars will be at perigee, its closest point to Earth, on Sunday, Jan. 12, appearing bigger and brighter in the sky. Here’s how to view the Red Planet at its best for 2025.

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X-class solar flares hit a new record in 2024 and could spike further this year — but the sun isn't entirely to blame, experts say

There were significantly more X-class solar flares in 2024 than any other year for at least three decades. The arrival of solar maximum was a key reason for the spike, but other factors were also at play.

Space

NASA Solar Dynamics Observatory back online after 2024 data center flood

The spacecraft themselves continued to operate normally in Earth orbit during the outage and "no science data has been lost."

USA Today Sports Media Group

Rams have outstanding record at stadium where Monday’s playoff game is being played

The Rams have played 8 games at State Farm Stadium since 2017, which is the site of Monday night's playoff game

The Independent UK

Giant sculpture inspired by the sun to go on display at National Trust properties

Luke Jerram’s latest work, entitled Helios, includes the sound of the sun captured by Nasa.

The Guardian - AU

Saving a spot: how Australia’s beach cabana conundrum exposes a battle over long-held ideals

The structures mark a de facto frontline in a battle over one of the country’s most sacred principles: free and equal access to the beach

The Guardian - AU

Burning is risky – so why are tan lines having their time in the sun on social media?

Gen Z influencers spruik tan lines as summer’s ‘fav accessory’ to generation ‘obsessed’ with looks

Space

See the moon and Jupiter ride the Bull in tonight’s sky

On Friday (Jan. 10), the moon will pass near Jupiter, meeting up with the gas giant in the constellation Taurus. Viewers can expect to see the bright moon and Jupiter shortly after sunset.

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