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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 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 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 22, 2024

April's solar eclipse could be the best yet for NASA scientific experiments, officials say

April's solar eclipse promises to offer a significant opportunity for scientific exploration. NASA and other groups are using it as a research opportunity.

March 8, 2024

Researchers to observe animal behavior at Texas zoo during upcoming solar eclipse

Researchers are gearing up to observe animal behavior during the upcoming total solar eclipse at the Fort Worth Zoo in Texas, aiming to build on previous findings.

October 19, 2023

NASA releases new image of Earth taken from space during annular solar eclipse: See the stunning shot

NASA released a new image of the recent annular solar eclipse where North America can be seen in total darkness. See the moment caught by a space satellite.

October 12, 2023

As solar eclipse nears, Indigenous traditions encourage inactivity, including no spectating, eating, sleeping

This weekend’s solar eclipse will gather many spectators across the U.S. However, for some cultures such as the Navajo tradition, indigenous people are encouraged to be inactive.

October 11, 2023

'Ring of fire' eclipse: What to know about the rare phenomenon headed to the US

A rare "ring of fire" eclipse will be visible in some part of the U.S. on Saturday. National Geographic editor Allie Yang explained what makes it so special — and what people can expect.

August 16, 2023

Ring of fire eclipse will cross the western US this October: What to know

Multiple states across the country will see a "ring of fire" eclipse on October 14, 2023. NASA says the next annular eclipse will begin in Oregon and end in Texas.