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Northern Lights Illuminate the East of England: A Spectacular Display of Aurora Borealis

The East of England recently witnessed a breathtaking natural phenomenon—the Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis. Night owls and star gazers were treated to a mesmerizing display of color as the skies lit up with vibrant hues. Here’s what you need to know about this awe-inspiring event: Geomagnetic Storms and Solar Wind Interaction: The Northern Lights occur due to the interaction between charged particles from the solar wind and Earth’s atmosphere. Recently, one of the strongest geomagnetic storms in years hit our planet, creating ideal conditions for the aurora borealis. Spectacular Sightings: People across the East of England—from Buckinghamshire to Norfolk—captured stunning images of the lights. Social media flooded with photographs showcasing the ethereal glow of the Northern Lights. Best Viewing Times: If you’re eager to witness this celestial spectacle, wait until after 22:30 BST for the best views. The magenta and red hues danced across the night sky, leaving spe
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Biden vows to respond after Iranian-backed drone strike kills 3 US troops in Jordan

 


President Joe Biden has vowed to respond after three American troops were killed and dozens more were injured in an overnight drone strike in northeast Jordan near the Syrian border. 

The President blamed Iran-backed militias for the first U.S. fatalities after months of strikes by such groups against American forces across the Middle East amid the Israel-Hamas war. Biden, who was traveling in South Carolina, asked for a moment of silence during an appearance at a Baptist church’s banquet hall. “We had a tough day last night in the Middle East. We lost three brave souls in an attack on one of our bases," he said. After the moment of silence, Biden added, “and we shall respond.” With an increasing risk of military escalation in the region, 

U.S. officials were working to conclusively identify the precise group responsible for the attack, but they have assessed that one of several Iranian-backed groups was behind it. Biden said in a written statement that the United States “will hold all those responsible to account at a time and in a manner (of) our choosing.” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said "we will take all necessary actions to defend the United States, our troops, and our interests.”


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