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The Met Office forecasts potential visibility of the Northern Lights across the UK on Monday night and early Tuesday morning, particularly in Scotland and Northern Ireland. Clear skies are essential for sightings, with the best viewing conditions expected after dark.
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The northern lights, or aurora borealis, illuminated UK skies on Thursday night, with sightings reported as far south as Kent. The Met Office predicts another chance to view the phenomenon on Friday night, although it may be less intense. Clear skies and heightened solar activity contributed to the stunning displays.
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On the night of September 17-18, 2024, a harvest supermoon coincided with a partial lunar eclipse, visible across North America, South America, Europe, and Africa. The supermoon appeared larger and brighter than usual, while the eclipse cast a shadow on a small portion of the moon, peaking at 3:44 AM BST.