[MIham] Cosmic Rays in Earth's Atmosphere are Intensifying

[Frank]

*Space Weather News for Jan. 27, 2016*
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*COSMIC RAYS IN THE ATMOSPHERE:* Newly-released measurements by 
high-altitude balloons show that cosmic rays in Earth's atmosphere are 
intensifying.  The ongoing increase, which has been tracked since early 
2015, will likely accelerate in the months and years ahead as the solar 
cycle swings away from Solar Max. This result is of interest to everyone 
from mountain climbers and air travelers to operators of high-altitude 
drones. Visit Spaceweather.com 
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for more information.

*MORNING SKY SHOW: *The five brightest planets in the solar system have 
lined up in the morning sky for a naked-eye display of rare beauty.  In 
a few days, the Moon will begin to hop from planet to planet, acting as 
a helpful guide to novice sky watchers.  Check Spaceweather.com 
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for dates and sky maps.