Recent observations have identified new radiation belts encircling Earth, a phenomenon linked to the significant solar storm that occurred recently. This discovery has reinvigorated discussions around the implications of such belts for space exploration and satellite technology. The use of the word 'mysterious' in headlines has drawn criticism for possibly perpetuating misconceptions among the public about the nature of these scientific findings. The historical reference to the Starfish Prime nuclear test, which coincidentally relates to the creation of radiation belts, suggests that these phenomena have long been a point of interest both in actual science and science fiction.