Sun-like Stars Emit Disruptive Superflares Every Century

A new study published in Science reveals that sun-like stars emit superflares approximately once per century, challenging previous estimates of longer intervals. By analyzing data from NASA's Kepler telescope, researchers identified 2,889 superflares on 2,527 stars similar to the sun. This finding suggests that such stars are more prone to superflares than previously thought, with implications for understanding solar activity and forecasting space weather. The study highlights the need for further investigation into the relationship between superflares and extreme solar particle events.