Subscribe now
Northern lights

See the northern lights or aurora borealis: Follow this easy guide

4 December 2019

Winter is the best time to see the amazing phenomenon of the polar lights, when solar particles stream into Earth's atmosphere
meteor shower

The Leonid meteor shower peaks this week: Here's how to see it

13 November 2019

Earth passes through a comet's trail this week, producing a beautiful display of meteors in the night sky. Find out where to look and how to get the best view

Sign up to our weekly newsletter

Receive a weekly dose of discovery in your inbox. We'll also keep you up to date with New Scientist events and special offers.

Sign up
Piano Exit Overlay Banner Mobile Piano Exit Overlay Banner Desktop