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By Ryan French Published
A remote Antarctic research team became the only people on Earth to witness a rare annular solar eclipse — and one scientist had to improvise to capture it.

By Jamie Carter Published
Experience the Aug. 12, 2026 total solar eclipse from Spain and Iceland with festivals, spa sessions and skywatching events along the path of totality.

By Jamie Carter Last updated
Why do some places wait 1,000 years to see a total solar eclipse while others get two in a decade? The surprising orbital mechanics behind where eclipses happen — and don't.

By Julian Dossett Published
Science is messy business. Finding the truth is easier said than done.

By Daisy Dobrijevic Last updated
The next lunar eclipse will occur in the early hours of March 3, 2026, for observers in North America. We'll be updating this live blog as the event unfolds.

By Anthony Wood Published
From city skylines to remote dark skies, skywatchers worldwide captured the total lunar eclipse 2026 in all its crimson glory.

By Anthony Wood Published
Tonight's blood moon was the last that will be seen over North America until New Year's Eve 2028.

By Anthony Wood Last updated
It'll be the last blood moon until New Year's Eve 2028. Coverage begins in the early hours of March 3.
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