Pets and the solar eclipse: What to know
While some abnormal animal behavior has been recorded during eclipses of the past, don’t expect anything unusual from your pets. But there are a few things you can do to make sure they’ll stay safe.
While some abnormal animal behavior has been recorded during eclipses of the past, don’t expect anything unusual from your pets. But there are a few things you can do to make sure they’ll stay safe.
16 of the coolest places to watch the solar eclipse
From the adrenaline junkies to the science fanatics to the hopeless romantics, there’s something for everyone this total solar eclipse.
From the adrenaline junkies to the science fanatics to the hopeless romantics, there’s something for everyone this total solar eclipse.
Fossil named after Kermit the Frog sheds light on amphibian evolution, scientists say
Scientists described the fossilized skull of Kermitops gratus, a creature that lived in what is now Texas about 270 million years ago, naming it after Kermit the Frog because of its resemblance to the iconic Muppet character.
Scientists described the fossilized skull of Kermitops gratus, a creature that lived in what is now Texas about 270 million years ago, naming it after Kermit the Frog because of its resemblance to the iconic Muppet character.
Warby Parker Solar Eclipse Glasses free giveaway starting April 1
Warby Parker offering free ISO-Certified Solar Eclipse Glasses at stores ahead of the big eclipse.
Warby Parker offering free ISO-Certified Solar Eclipse Glasses at stores ahead of the big eclipse.
Eclipse 2024 Guide: How to throw a solar eclipse party
It's not too late to start planning a party for the Great American Eclipse.
It's not too late to start planning a party for the Great American Eclipse.
What an eclipse looks like from space, and why you should see one (from Earth)
Would you rather see an eclipse from space or from here on Earth? Here’s the perspective of one of the few human beings who has done both.
Would you rather see an eclipse from space or from here on Earth? Here’s the perspective of one of the few human beings who has done both.
How to get the best view of the solar eclipse
Where will the eclipse be in the sky? Here are some tips, tricks, and tools to help you figure it out ahead of time so you can get the best view.
Where will the eclipse be in the sky? Here are some tips, tricks, and tools to help you figure it out ahead of time so you can get the best view.
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.