Millions of skywatchers in North America are gearing up for a total solar eclipse on April 8. A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and earth to completely block the face ...

On Sunday, Sept. 21, the moon will chew a noticeable "bite" out of the sun; this partial solar eclipse will be visible across parts of the Southern Hemisphere and streamed live for skywatchers ...

On July 25, 2025, NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) captured a rare solar eclipse from its vantage point in space. This unique phenomenon, visible only from the SDO’s position, revealed around ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. JACKSON, WY - AUGUST 21: The sun is partially eclipsed in ...

A deep partial solar eclipse will be visible on Sunday, Sept. 21 — but don’t plan a watch party just yet. Only about 16 million people, or 0.2% of the Earth’s population, will be able to view the ...

From volcanic landscapes and a sunset eclipse to six-minute totality, here are the pros and cons of the next two total solar eclipses.