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March 28, 2024

Earth's changing spin may cause timekeepers to subtract a second from world clocks

Earth's rotation is speeding up due to melting ice at the poles and shifts in the planet's core. This change might lead to the subtraction of a second from clocks.

March 28, 2024

Schools across US embrace rare teaching opportunity offered by 2024 solar eclipse

Schools across the path of the April 8 total solar eclipse are leveraging the event as a rich teaching opportunity by incorporating hands-on activities and lessons.

March 28, 2024

For solar eclipse safety, here's what drivers should not do on the road during the rare event

A solar eclipse expert and roadway authorities are advising drivers to slow down during the atmospheric moment, while some schools are canceled altogether.

March 28, 2024

How the Dream Chaser spaceplane plans to shake up space travel in the future

Sierra Space’s Dream Chaser spaceplane provides a glimpse into the future of space travel. Traveling to space may become a part of everyday life.

March 28, 2024

How NASA's three rockets will explore the impact of a brief, rare marvel in space

NASA has planned to launch three sounding rockets from Virginia on April 8 to collect data on how the total solar eclipse impacts Earth's upper atmosphere.

March 25, 2024

Solar eclipse 2024: Former NASA astronaut shares what it looks like from space, how to safely view it yourself

The solar eclipse will occur in the U.S. on April 8, 2024. A former NASA astronaut is sharing his experience with seeing one in space, plus tips for safe viewing on land.

March 25, 2024

Russian Soyuz spacecraft with 3 astronauts docks at the International Space Station

Three astronauts aboard a Russian Soyuz spacecraft successfully docked at the International Space Station on Monday following Saturday's launch from a Russian-leased launch facility in Kazakhstan.

March 24, 2024

Geomagnetic storm hits Earth creating northern lights, disrupting radio communications

A geomagnetic storm forecasted through Monday is expected to disrupt radio communications but making for great aurora viewing.

March 24, 2024

For solar eclipse on April 8, some US schools will be closed for the day

School districts and universities nationwide will observe alternative schedules due to safety concerns during the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. Astrophysicist Dr. Bill Blair weighs in.

March 23, 2024

Trending in Lifestyle: Solar eclipse prompts school closures, a shocking Goodwill find and more

Soak up these top headlines, including a Goodwill gown with a surprising story, a senior shelter dog's happy ending and what to know about solar eclipse school closures in America.