NASA astronaut Nichole Ayers photographed a rare atmospheric phenomenon over the US and Mexico known as a "sprite" that's associated with lightning.

Observers have described the shortlived, tendril-like formations for decades, but it wasn’t until 1989 that the first sprite was finally captured on camera. Atmospheric researchers have since worked to better understand the events,

High above the thunderclouds, a mesmerizing and mysterious spectacle unfolds—red sprites. These ethereal bursts of light captivate scientists and skywatchers alike with their beauty and ... Read more The post The Mystery of Red Sprites: Strange Lightning Phenomena in the Sky appeared first on weather-fox.

Scientists anticipate that Earth's rotation will quicken enough to create three shorter days between July and August, starting Wednesday, July 9.

The science behind why the Earth will spin just a little bit faster on July 9, July 22, and August 5, this year.