We explore the incredible geometry behind total and annular solar eclipses. Solar eclipses can be confusing. Almost everyone has heard of a total solar eclipse — also known as a total eclipse of ...

Solar and lunar eclipses occur when the sun, moon, and Earth align. Discover the key differences and how each type of eclipse is formed.

The geometry of this so-called hybrid-total solar eclipse caused some jaw-dropping special effects. Here are some of the best views of last week's total solar eclipse.

The exact same celestial geometry that will cause a total solar eclipse in North America on April 8 will produce the longest one ever, but not for another 162 years.

GALLERY: 2024 Solar Eclipse in Central Virginia Josh Urban, a member of the Blue Ridge Astronomy Club, said he loves getting to share his passion with the community. "You never know who the next ...

A "hybrid" solar eclipse is set to darken the skies above Australia and Indonesia on Thursday in a rare occurrence. The eclipse is due to will start at 9:34 p.m. ET on April 19 and end around 5 ...

The solar eclipse won't cover as much area as last year's Great North American Eclipse, but it will be visible on the eastern horizon for the District of Columbia and 13 Northeast states ...

It’s not often a bright comet is near the Sun during a total solar eclipse. On April 8, 2024, catch Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks’ visit to the solar system.