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Which states will see the solar eclipse tomorrow — and which will see a 'double sunrise'?
By Jamie Carter last updated
Tomorrow, March 29, North America will witness its first solar eclipse since April 2024. Here are the 13 states where you'll be able to see it.

What time does the solar eclipse start tomorrow?
By Jamie Carter last updated
Tomorrow (March 29, 2025), a deep partial solar eclipse will be seen at sunrise in North America and midmorning in Europe. Here's what time to watch the celestial spectacle unfold.

How to watch tomorrow's solar eclipse from anywhere on Earth
By Brandon Specktor last updated
A rare sunrise solar eclipse will be visible from 13 U.S. states tomorrow (March 29), as well as locations in Canada and Europe. Here's how to watch for free online, no matter where you are.

Auroras possible in a dozen US states tonight as 'coronal hole' unleashes particle storm on Earth
By Skyler Ware last updated
Auroras are possible over the U.S. tonight (March 25) as a "moderate" geomagnetic storm hits Earth.

Solar eclipse glasses: Where to buy a safe, certified pair before the March 29 eclipse
By Brandon Specktor last updated
You MUST wear protective eyewear to view a partial solar eclipse like the one coming to North American on March 29. Here's how to find a pair of certified solar eclipse glasses from an approved vendor.

Powerful 'equinox auroras' may arrive soon: Why changing seasons can bring the best northern lights
By Jamie Carter published
Expect an uptick in aurora sightings near the spring equinox on March 20, as celestial geometry swings in favor of geomagnetic disturbances.

Sun quiz: How well do you know our home star?
By Harry Baker published
Quiz Test your knowledge on the giant ball of burning gas at the heart of the solar system.

Gigantic 500,000-mile 'hole' in the sun's atmosphere aims aurora-sparking solar wind at Earth (photo)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
The gigantic coronal hole is blasting high-speed solar wind toward Earth, potentially igniting vibrant auroras and minor geomagnetic activity on Jan. 31.

Invisible 'flickering' on the sun could predict potentially dangerous solar flares hours in advance
By Harry Baker published
Images captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory have revealed that "coronal loops" give off subtle flashes of ultraviolet light before a solar flare, which could act as an early warning system for dangerous space weather.
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