Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A recently discovered photograph may be the only one depicting 19th century astronomer Richard Carrington. - Royal Astronomical ...

Unfortunately, scientists have confirmed that solar maximum has officially arrived, and it could continue for the next 12 months.

When solar storms erupt from the sun and reach Earth, their intensity is measured against a historical benchmark: the Carrington Event. Now, a portrait of 19th century British solar astronomer Richard ...