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Keeping track of aurora forecasts, notifications, and community reports.

Did you see the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) visibility from last week if you were on that area? If you missed it and want to know more then there are some places where you can get reliable information: 1. Aurora Forecast Websites: Websites like the Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC), Aurora Service, and the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute provide forecasts and updates on Aurora Borealis activity and visibility in different regions. 2. Mobile Apps: There are several mobile apps available for both iOS and Android devices that offer real-time updates, notifications, and forecasts for the Northern Lights. Examples include My Aurora Forecast & Alerts, Aurora Alerts, and Aurora Watch. 3. Social Media: Platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook have dedicated Aurora Borealis enthusiast groups, pages, and accounts that share updates, photos, and sightings. Following these accounts can keep you informed about recent Northern Lights activity. 4. Astronomy

Galaxies collision vs Black Holes

When Galaxies Collide, Black Holes Don't Always Get the Feast They Were Hoping for

When galaxies collide, it drives enormous amounts of gas and dust into the central region of a galaxy, where there's often a supermassive black hole lurking and waiting for a feast. Astronomers have found surprising evidence that these mergers don't always deliver the meal the black hole was hoping for. They've seen several examples where galaxies merged, and there was no resulting quasar flaring up at the middle.

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