Okay, so we all know that the Sun is heading into solar maximum.
Superflare from distant star is one of the most massive ever seen
Astronomy and Planetary Science Thread, Page 10
Earth sees biggest solar flare in years
Space Weather – sciencesprings
Gigantic Superflare From Distant Star Is One of The Most Massive Ever Seen : ScienceAlert
What Is the Most Massive Star?
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Astronomy and Planetary Science Thread, Page 23
Sun Unleashes Monster Solar Flare, Strongest in a Decade
Superflares are less harmful to exoplanets than previously thought
Powerful superflares could pose a threat to Earth
Biggest solar flare in years disrupts radio signals on Earth