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September 26, 2017

Airbnb contest is giving away chance to be the first to see eclipse

For those who haven’t yet booked a trip to see the total solar eclipse later this month, Airbnb has a contest you're going to want to enter.

September 26, 2017

Revealed: What the Sun's outer atmosphere will look like during the total solar eclipse

With the Aug. 21 total solar eclipse only a few weeks away, astronomers have revealed what the sun's outer atmosphere is likely to look like as the sun disappears behind the moon.

September 26, 2017

US solar energy grid braces for solar eclipse event

While the continental U.S. is eagerly awaiting the solar eclipse, solar energy plants are preparing for that brief moment when the moon passes between the earth and the sun.

September 26, 2017

Tiny 'Jaws'? Woman recounts scary sea fleas attack

Is it now safe to go back into the water?

September 26, 2017

Hurricane season in Atlantic expected to be 'above-normal,' with 2 to 5 'major storms,' forecasters say

A robust start to the Atlantic hurricane season shows no signs of slowing down, forecasters said Wednesday.

September 26, 2017

Hertz forced to cancel 'hundreds' of car reservations weeks before eclipse

Hertz overbooks and customers are furious.

September 26, 2017

South Carolina warns citizens of 'Lizard Man' sightings during solar eclipse

The South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) is warning citizens in several of its counties to be vigilant of paranormal activity associated with the upcoming total solar eclipse.

September 26, 2017

Total solar eclipse expected to send 'record crowds' to U.S. National Parks, say officials

Officials expect visitors to flood the 21 National Parks located in the path of totality.

September 26, 2017

Citing safety concerns, Amazon offers refunds on some solar eclipse glasses

Amazon has offered refunds on some solar eclipse glasses purchased via its site, citing concerns about consumer safety.

September 26, 2017

91 volcanoes discovered under Antarctic ice sheet

Scientists have found a range of 91 volcanoes under a huge ice sheet in West Antarctica.