Solar eclipses: Latest photos, science and forecast
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![satellite view of annular solar eclipse 2023 over earth](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uMqDEKXBxs2GyZeLS9WhVQ-320-80.gif)
Satellites watch the annular solar eclipse 2023 sweep over the U.S. (video)
By Robert Lea published
The annular solar eclipse 2023 was visible from space as the NOAA satellites GOES-East and GOES-West observed the moon's shadow sweep across the U.S.
![Rajat Kumar Pal annular solar eclipse shows stages of the solar eclipse rising through the sky.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oc3u7untGGe3oRdaLBR9kT-320-80.jpg)
Annular solar eclipse of 2023 wows skywatchers with spectacular 'ring of fire' (photos, video)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
On Oct. 14 an annular solar eclipse occurred across the Americas. We have rounded up some of the best photos here.
![a telescope sits beside a vast plain ringed by mountains as the sun rises overhead](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8sAUc8rTDGcB7426eoAYRJ-320-80.jpg)
Fire in the sky: Chasing the annular solar eclipse 2023 on the Extraterrestrial Highway
By Brett Tingley published
The deserts of Nevada provided the perfect setting for the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 14, 2023 in a region known for its love of strange sights in the sky.
![the moon blocks the sun in a ring of fire solar eclipse](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/o9gEzRU2aH74viZYjVutbR-320-80.jpg)
The annular solar eclipse of 2023 is underway! See the 1st 'ring of fire' photos and video
By Tariq Malik published
The first images of the moon passing between the sun and the Earth in a so-called "ring of fire" solar eclipse visible are coming in and the views are amazing.
![Two panel image showing an annular solar eclipse (left) and a partial lunar eclipse (right)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/h7Toqf8NyqvgSEwA6MfdEo-320-80.jpg)
Earth will experience 2 eclipses this month. Here's what you need to know
By Brett Tingley last updated
October sees both a partial lunar eclipse and a 'ring of fire' annular solar eclipse, although seeing them both in person will require a good deal of travel.
![The moon obscures most of the sun during an annular eclipse, leaving a "ring of fire" visible.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qeiWdVHc9akN5tXtXzom2j-320-80.png)
October's new moon brings us a 'ring of fire' solar eclipse
By Jesse Emspak published
October's new moon rises today (Oct. 14) and causes an annular or 'ring of fire' solar eclipse, which will delight skywatchers across the Americas.
![eight stages of an annular solar eclipse showing the moon taking a larger and larger "bite" out of the sun with the "ring of fire" in the center. The sun turn's progressively more red throughout the images.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Cm697yzU7UsUTEYJySutt6-320-80.jpg)
Annular solar eclipse will turn the sun into 'ring of fire' today. Here's what you need to know.
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
An annular solar eclipse will set the skies alight with a magnificent 'ring of fire' today. The stunning scene will be visible across the Americas.
![The moon obscures the sun during an annular eclipse](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qeiWdVHc9akN5tXtXzom2j-320-80.png)
Why 'ring of fire' solar eclipse on Oct. 14 has scientists excited (video)
By Elizabeth Howell published
A 'ring of fire' or annular solar eclipse will sweep across the United States on Oct. 14, bringing incredible views and a lot of science at the same time.
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