Solar eclipse countdown: What to know with 1 week to go
The total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 is now just a few days away. Millions of people will be able to step outside and see a very rare spectacle: The moon moving in front of the sun, either partially or completely blocking its light.
The total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 is now just a few days away. Millions of people will be able to step outside and see a very rare spectacle: The moon moving in front of the sun, either partially or completely blocking its light.
Baby manatee rescued from Florida canal transported to SeaWorld Orlando
A Marine Unit officer helped rescue a baby manatee that was separated from its mom in a canal. The manatee was transported to SeaWorld Orlando.
A Marine Unit officer helped rescue a baby manatee that was separated from its mom in a canal. The manatee was transported to SeaWorld Orlando.
Eclipses of the past were calamitous, not celebratory
The word "eclipse" comes from the Latin word "eclipsis," which is derived from the Greek "ekleipsis,” which actually means "abandonment" or "a forsaking.”
The word "eclipse" comes from the Latin word "eclipsis," which is derived from the Greek "ekleipsis,” which actually means "abandonment" or "a forsaking.”
SpaceX successfully launches Starlink satellites, Falcon 9 for EUTELSAT 36D mission
One launch down, one more to go.
One launch down, one more to go.
World clocks may lose a second as Earth spins faster
World timekeepers may have to subtract a second from clocks due to Earth's faster rotation.
World timekeepers may have to subtract a second from clocks due to Earth's faster rotation.
Flying drones during a solar eclipse: What you need to know
Yes, it is possible to film a solar eclipse using a drone, but there are some important considerations and challenges to keep in mind.
Yes, it is possible to film a solar eclipse using a drone, but there are some important considerations and challenges to keep in mind.
Watch: Iceland volcano erupts amidst Northern Lights display
A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted multiple times on Thursday, sending vibrant jets of lava and smoke into the sky amidst a stunning timelapse featuring the northern lights.
A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted multiple times on Thursday, sending vibrant jets of lava and smoke into the sky amidst a stunning timelapse featuring the northern lights.
Climate change has made heat waves last longer, study finds
A recent study suggests that climate change is causing giant heat waves to move slower across the globe, baking more people for longer periods with higher temperatures over larger areas.
A recent study suggests that climate change is causing giant heat waves to move slower across the globe, baking more people for longer periods with higher temperatures over larger areas.
Where to find free solar eclipse glasses before April 8
Many stores and businesses are giving away free eclipse glasses ahead of April 8th's total solar eclipse.
Many stores and businesses are giving away free eclipse glasses ahead of April 8th's total solar eclipse.
Endangered Florida sawfish are exhibiting erratic spinning behavior and dying unusually
Endangered smalltooth sawfish, marine creatures virtually unchanged for millions of years, are exhibiting erratic spinning behavior and dying in unusual numbers in Florida waters. Federal and state wildlife agencies are beginning an effort to rescue and rehabilitate sawfish to find out why.
Endangered smalltooth sawfish, marine creatures virtually unchanged for millions of years, are exhibiting erratic spinning behavior and dying in unusual numbers in Florida waters. Federal and state wildlife agencies are beginning an effort to rescue and rehabilitate sawfish to find out why.
Florida panther darts across Orange County highway in startling video
Why did the Florida panther cross the road? While we might not ever know the answer to that question, Florida wildlife officials want you to let them cross the road safely.
Why did the Florida panther cross the road? While we might not ever know the answer to that question, Florida wildlife officials want you to let them cross the road safely.
Cities have been eclipse-planning for months, ready to capitalize on tourism boom
The eclipse’s path to totality is also a path to profits. Cities along the way have been preparing to capitalize on this event for months – some, even years.
The eclipse’s path to totality is also a path to profits. Cities along the way have been preparing to capitalize on this event for months – some, even years.
NASA to launch rockets into moon’s shadow during April solar eclipse
During the eclipse, three rockets will launch as part of the Atmospheric Perturbations around Eclipse Path (APEP) mission from the NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia.
During the eclipse, three rockets will launch as part of the Atmospheric Perturbations around Eclipse Path (APEP) mission from the NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia.
Is looking at an eclipse bad for your eyes?
There are safe ways to view the upcoming total eclipse this April and that is by wearing protective eyewear or using a handheld viewer that has solar filters.
There are safe ways to view the upcoming total eclipse this April and that is by wearing protective eyewear or using a handheld viewer that has solar filters.
Delta IV Heavy rocket launch scrubbed as team works to set new date
The ULA Delta IV Heavy rocket has been scrubbed as the team works to determine the cause of Thursday's failure.
The ULA Delta IV Heavy rocket has been scrubbed as the team works to determine the cause of Thursday's failure.
Major grocery chain to close stores during the eclipse
Wegmans plans to close 48 stores in the path of the solar eclipse so that employees can enjoy the rare celestial event.
Wegmans plans to close 48 stores in the path of the solar eclipse so that employees can enjoy the rare celestial event.
USDA again asks for help squashing these invasive bugs
According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.
According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.
Prehistoric giant dolphin discovered in Amazon by paleontologists
A groundbreaking discovery was made in the Peruvian Amazon as a team of paleontologists from the University of Zurich uncovered a new species of freshwater dolphin dating back between 24 and 16 million years.
A groundbreaking discovery was made in the Peruvian Amazon as a team of paleontologists from the University of Zurich uncovered a new species of freshwater dolphin dating back between 24 and 16 million years.
Eloping under the eclipse: Couples to get hitched during rare solar event
Couples across the country are gearing up to exchange vows under the upcoming total lunar eclipse, with Ohio's Seneca County hosting the "Elope at the Eclipse" event on April 8.
Couples across the country are gearing up to exchange vows under the upcoming total lunar eclipse, with Ohio's Seneca County hosting the "Elope at the Eclipse" event on April 8.
Look out for comet, planets during the total solar eclipse
The temporary daytime darkness during the total solar eclipse also provides a good opportunity to observe some planets and even a colorful comet.
The temporary daytime darkness during the total solar eclipse also provides a good opportunity to observe some planets and even a colorful comet.