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What is a solar eclipse?

A solar eclipse occurs when the moon positions itself between Earth and the sun, casting a shadow over Earth. We explore the type of solar eclipses here.
A Solar Eclipse or a Lunar Eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth, Moon, and the lunar nodes align, taking place twice a year during eclipse season. COVID cases starting to climb across parts of Canada ...
Before 2025 ends, the last solar eclipse of the year will take place today (September 21, 2025). The solar eclipse is one of nature’s most stunning e ...
The bottom of the world is set to be front and center for a partial solar eclipse. Antarctica, New Zealand and a sliver of ...
Skywatchers around the globe are preparing for a breathtaking celestial event on Sunday, September 7, 2025, when a lunar eclipse will take place. During the phenomenon, Earth passes directly between ...
Star-gazers are over the moon about it. This week, armchair astronomers will be treated to a celestial fireworks display of epic proportions. On September 21, the sky will be graced by a partial solar ...
NASA is inviting the public to take part in 36 “citizen science” projects that let volunteers contribute to real scientific ...
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — The bottom of the world is front and center for a partial solar eclipse next week. Antarctica, New Zealand and a sliver of Australia are in prime position as the moon slips ...
The comet, named 3I/ATLAS, is only the third confirmed interstellar object ever seen in our solar system. That means it came ...