Solar Eclipses
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No, the whole world won't go dark on Aug. 2 — but a once-in-a-century eclipse is coming
By Jamie Carter published
A viral claim says the world will go dark on Aug. 2. It won't — but a record-breaking solar eclipse is coming in 2027.

Partial solar eclipse September 2025: Live updates
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The next solar eclipse will be on Sept. 21, 2025.

Eclipse chasers share insider tips, travel advice and skywatching secrets for the 2026 total solar eclipse
By Jamie Carter published
Our expert travel guide to the 2026 total solar eclipse in Greenland, Iceland and Spain is packed with insider tips, travel advice and skywatching secrets from seasoned eclipse chasers.

10 fun tours and adventures for the ultimate total solar eclipse 2026 experience
By Jamie Carter published
The total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026, will offer some fabulous travel options. Here are some adventures to consider.

Behold! 1st images of artificial solar eclipse captured by ESA's Proba-3 mission
By Jamie Carter published
The first images of an artificial solar eclipse from ESA's Proba-3 mission have been unveiled.

We're halfway between the April 2024 and August 2026 total solar eclipses: Here's why we're excited
By Jamie Carter published
429 days down, 429 to go until the next total solar eclipse.

Best total solar eclipse 2026 cruises for the ultimate adventure
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
From Arctic frontiers to Mediterranean shores: The greatest 2026 total solar eclipses to give you the best view of totality.

Hours before a solar eclipse, spruce trees 'talk' to each other
By Julian Dossett published
A new study suggests trees in the forest can access ancient memories and "talk" to each other hours before a solar eclipse.
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