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Scientists solve 1840s space weather mystery
Researchers say they have explained a space weather event dating back to the 1840s, according to an Ars Technica report. The finding addresses a long-standing puzzle about solar activity recorded nearly two centuries ago, and readers on Hacker News are sharing and discussing the story this week.
Why now: A newly reported scientific explanation of a nearly 200-year-old solar mystery is drawing curiosity and debate.
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