A coronal mass ejection (CME) that left the sun on Dec. 23 is headed toward Earth -- which may prompt Northern Lights on Christmas Day. Provided by Joseph Cress/Think Iowa City/USA TODAY NETWORK ...

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We flip a switch, and like magic, a room fills with light. It’s something we hardly think about—until the electricity bill arrives, that is. But have you ever wondered just how much electricity a ...