The Aurora Borealis is one of the most amazing sights on planet Earth, possibly the most wondrous phenomenon that our planet experiences. To watch charged particles from the sun dance around in the upper atmosphere as they interact with the Earth’s magnetic field really puts our being in a galactic context.

Stuck in the midst of the January blues? You’re not alone. This time of year is cold, dark and miserable, and after being blasted with wintry weather over the last few weeks everyone’s counting down the days until spring comes around.