Northern lights: References & Edit History
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| Type | Description | Contributor | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Article title updated for style. | Nov 10, 2026 | ||
| Modified link of Web site: CNN - Why the northern and southern lights appear to be so active right now. | Oct 24, 2025 | ||
| Add new Web site: CNN - Why the northern and southern lights appear to be so active right now. | Nov 19, 2024 | ||
| Add new Web site: PBS NewsHour - Why the northern and southern lights don�t always look identical. | Nov 07, 2023 | ||
| Add new Web site: LiveScience - Northern Lights: 8 Dazzling Facts About Auroras. | Mar 08, 2019 | ||
| Added new Web site: How Stuff Works - Science - How Does The Aurora Borealis (The Northern Lights) Work? | Dec 24, 2008 | ||
| Media added. | Aug 28, 2008 | ||
| Added new Web site: TravelQuest - Aurora Borealis. | Jul 18, 2007 | ||
| Article added to new online database. | Jul 20, 1998 |
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