Daisy Dobrijevic
Daisy Dobrijevic joined Space.com in February 2022 having previously worked for our sister publication All About Space magazine as a staff writer. Before joining us, Daisy completed an editorial internship with the BBC Sky at Night Magazine and worked at the National Space Centre in Leicester, U.K., where she enjoyed communicating space science to the public. In 2021, Daisy completed a PhD in plant physiology and also holds a Master's in Environmental Science, she is currently based in Nottingham, U.K. Daisy is passionate about all things space, with a penchant for solar activity and space weather. She has a strong interest in astrotourism and loves nothing more than a good northern lights chase!
Latest articles by Daisy Dobrijevic
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Northern lights forecasts, alerts, and geomagnetic storm warnings
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The latest aurora forecast for tonight help you make sure you're in the right place at the right time to see the northern lights.
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Night sky for tonight: Visible planets, stars and more in this evening's sky
By Jamie Carter last updated
Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.
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What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2025
By Tariq Malik, Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2025.
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Eclipse at sea: Best cruises for the total solar eclipse 2026
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
From Arctic frontiers to Mediterranean shores: The greatest 2026 total solar eclipses to give you the best view of totality.
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20 jaw-dropping places on Earth that look like an alien planet
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Earth is home to some truly bizarre and breathtaking landscapes — here are 20 that look straight out of an alien world.
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Aurora alert! Gigantic 500,000-mile 'hole' in the sun's atmosphere could spark impressive northern lights tonight and tomorrow (photo)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The gigantic coronal hole is blasting high-speed solar wind toward Earth, potentially igniting vibrant auroras and minor geomagnetic activity on Jan. 31. and Feb. 1.
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Starlink satellite train: how to see and track it in the night sky
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference Starlink satellites are visible from Earth, you just need to know when and where to look.
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Starlink satellites: Facts, tracking and impact on astronomy
By Tereza Pultarova last updated
Reference Starlink satellites have been developed by SpaceX to provide internet to remote locations. Here we explore the controversial megaconstellation in more detail.
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New moon calendar 2025: When is the next new moon?
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference Discover what a new moon is and when the next new moon will occur with our new moon 2025 guide.
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What is the Big Bang Theory?
By Andrew May last updated
Reference The Big Bang Theory explains how the universe began.
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NASA's James Webb Space Telescope mission — Live updates
By Robert Lea last updated
Read the latest news about NASA's James Webb Space Telescope.
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Satellites watch world's largest iceberg on crash course with Antarctic penguin island (photo/video)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
The mega-iceberg poses a significant threat to South Georgia Island a remote wildlife haven.
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Aurora alert: Incoming solar storms could spark northern lights as far south as New York and Idaho tonight
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Aurora chasers are on high alert for minor geomagnetic storm conditions from Jan. 24 through to Jan. 25. Northern lights might be visible over some northern and upper Midwest states.
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How long does it take to get to Mars?
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference We explore how long it takes to get to Mars and the factors that affect a journey to the Red Planet.
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Solar eclipse 2025: Live updates
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The next solar eclipse will be on March 29, 2025.
![The Geminid meteor shower can produce over one hundred meteors per hour. In this photograph, the Geminid meteor shower is seen above the Kubuqi Desert of Inner Mongolia, China on Dec. 13, 2020.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dVFSeRFaw4FsUMJCaELQDk-320-80.jpg)
Geminid meteor shower 2025: When, where and how to see one of the best meteor showers of the year
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference The Geminid meteor shower peaks the night of Dec. 13-14. Our guide tells you where and how to see them.
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Full moon calendar 2025: When to see the next full moon
By Tariq Malik last updated
Reference The full moon happens about once a month. Find out when.
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Ursid meteor shower 2025: Everything you need to know
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference This low-key meteor shower is well worth a watch.
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Leonid meteor shower 2025: When, where and how to see it
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference The Leonid meteor shower is active between Nov. 3 and Dec. 2 and will peak on Nov. 16, producing up to 15 meteors per hour.
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Taurid meteor shower 2025: When, where and how to see it
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference The Taurid meteor shower is composed of two streams known as the Southern Taurids and the Northern Taurids. We explore this impressive shower in more detail here.
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Photographer captures rare Comet G3 ATLAS from UK in dramatic 'once-in-a-lifetime' image
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Photographer Josh Dury captured rare Comet C/2024 G3 (Atlas) in a dramatic 'once-in-a-lifetime' image after a challenging chase across UK skies at dusk.
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When is the Winter Solstice and what happens?
By Robert Lea last updated
Reference Winter Solstice has long marked a time of rebirth, behind it are fascinating astronomical events.
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Orionid meteor shower 2025: When, where and how to see it
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference Learn when, where, and how to see the Orionid meteor shower, peaking in late October this year.
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