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35 reports · Friday 9 October 2026 · Asia/Singapore

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Aurora alerts and a newly detected symbiotic nova are drawing skywatchers’ attention.

35 reports · 9 Oct

Summary · from headlines6 points
  • The Draconid meteor shower is due to peak tonight, with viewing guidance for the UK and US.
  • Multiple solar eruptions could spark auroras across the northern US; NOAA lists a G2 Storm Oct. 9.
  • A solar flare described as the strongest since late summer was detected; scientists are monitoring possible geomagnetic effects.
  • Mars is set to pass through the Beehive star cluster this weekend, with guides on how to watch.
  • The Orionid meteor shower is underway and will appear in UAE skies this October.
  • The Smile mission released its 1st aurora footage.
Latest developments6 to read first

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