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
Colossal X-class solar flare erupts from 'rule-breaking' sunspot and Earth is in the firing line (video)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Watch a colossal X-class solar flare erupt from the sun's highly magnetized 'rule-breaking' sunspot.
Watch a Perseid fireball light up the skies above Macedonia in this striking video
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Watch a stunning Perseid fireball blaze over Lake Ohrid, Macedonia in this incredible video.
Rare display of northern lights and Perseid meteor shower delights skywatchers worldwide (photos, video)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Witness the rare convergence of the Perseid meteor shower and the northern lights in these stunning photos from skywatchers worldwide.
Perseid meteor shower 2024: when, where and how to see it
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference The Perseid meteor shower peaks around Aug.11 through Aug.13. Our guide tells you how and where to look for them.
How to watch the Perseid meteor shower live online tonight (Aug. 12)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Find out where and when you can watch the peak of the Perseid meteor shower online for free.
Astrophotography under Kyrgyzstan's clear pristine skies, a stargazer's paradise
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Here's what it's like to experience Kyrgyzstan's clear pristine skies, a stargazer's paradise.
Aurora alert: Possible geomagnetic storm could see northern lights alongside Perseid meteor shower this weekend
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Northern lights could be visible over some northern and upper Midwest states on Aug. 9 through Aug. 11. A geomagnetic storm watch has been issued by NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center.
Astrophotographer captures stunning views of northern lights and STEVE during brief encounter (photos, video)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
See the northern lights and elusive STEVE light up the skies above Manitoba, Canada in these stunning photos and footage captured by astrophotographer Justin Anderson.
Aurora alert: Moderate geomagnetic storm could bring northern lights as far south as New York this weekend
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Northern lights could be visible as low as New York on Aug. 3 and Aug. 4. A geomagnetic storm watch has been issued by NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center.
Northern lights delight as 'cannibal' solar storm triggers auroras across US and Canada (photos)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
A cannibal coronal mass ejection triggered impressive northern lights displays across the US and Canada. We've rounded up some of the best photos here.
Aurora alert: Strong geomagnetic storm could spark northern lights at mid-latitudes across US and Europe
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Northern lights could be visible over mid-latitudes across the US and Europe on July 30. A geomagnetic storm watch has been issued by NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center.
Watch a colossal X-class solar flare erupt from Earth-facing sunspot (video)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
An X-flare erupted from the sun at 10:33 p.m. EDT on July 28 (0233 GMT July 29). Watch the action unfold here.
Where and when to see the northern lights in 2024
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Find out where and when to see the northern lights (aurora borealis) throughout Europe and North America in our helpful guide.
Starlink satellite train: how to see and track it in the night sky
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference Have you ever seen a string of lights in the sky? A Starlink satellite train can be a strange sight for those not expecting it. Here's how to see it.
Aurora alert: Possible geomagnetic storm could bring northern lights as far south as New York
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Northern lights could be visible over some northern and upper Midwest states on July 24. A geomagnetic storm watch has been issued by NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center.
July full moon 2024: Buck Moon puts on dramatic show for skywatchers worldwide (photos)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Check out these incredible July full moon photos from around the world as the Buck Moon put on quite the show.
Full Buck Moon shines this weekend on Apollo 11 moon landing anniversary
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Cosmic celebrations all around as the July Full Buck Moon coincides with the 55th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing.
Rare 'daytime fireball' spotted as meteor falls to Earth over New York City (video)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
A meteor crashed into Earth over New York City on July 16. Watch the rare daytime fireball light up the skies above New Jersey and Connecticut in this dramatic footage.
Win a bundle of digital bookazines worth over $100 with our anniversary birthday cake hunt
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Indulge yourself in a special birthday cake hunt onsite competition to celebrate our 25th anniversary.
Sun unleashes powerful X-class solar flare triggering radio blackouts over Australia, Southeast Asia and Japan (video)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Watch a powerful X-class solar flare erupt from the sun's surface on July 13 and find out how it affected Earth.
Why is Earth's weather getting weirder?
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
We take a look at the apparent uptick in weird weather events and discuss the possible causes with leading climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe.
James Webb Space Telescope images: 16 astonishing views of our universe (gallery)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The James Webb Space Telescope is busy capturing incredible images of our universe. We take a look at some of the best ones here in our gallery.
Astrophotographer captures stunningly detailed photos of our 'fuzzy' sun
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Check out these three incredible solar images taken by astrophotographer Mark Johnston from his backyard in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Chasing the midnight sun along Norway's arctic coastline
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Join me on an adventure along Norway's stunning coastline as I explore the strange phenomenon of the midnight sun, where the sun doesn't set below the horizon.
Science and music festival Starmus 2025 will return to the Canary Islands
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Starmus 2025 will be held on the island of La Palma in April 2025. The festival will focus on the challenges of space debris and how light pollution is impacting our view of the night sky.
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