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Sun Produces Strongest Flare Ever Recorded

Posted by CmdrTaco on from the bring-me-a-keiser-helmet dept.

idontneedanickname writes "The BBC is reporting about the newest flare unleashed by the sun. According to NASA's SOHO website, "Today word came from the SEC that their best estimate was X28. We have a new number 1 X-ray flare for the record books." As usual there are magnificent images to be admired." This one's not headed straight for us...

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  1. Re:Very disturbing turn of events :( by Viol8 · · Score: 0, Flamebait

    WHy do you believe in this silly fairytale nonsense? Do you believe in leprechauns , elves and santa claus too? Do try and drag yourself into
    the 21st century instead of speaking like some half witting medieval preacher who thinks lightning is goods anger and disease is caused by blasphemy.

    Why don't you religious types just grow up or go see a shrink?