Solar eclipse
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![young man leaning into a mirror and pulling down on his eyes as if to inspect them](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VDYQM23XZ9s8YHiV4BhiXH-320-80.jpg)
Eyes hurt after the eclipse? Signs of retinal damage, explained
By Nicoletta Lanese published
The April 8 eclipse inspired awe from many skywatchers — but now concerns about possible eye damage appear to be rising.
![Looped video footage of a large shadow moving across North America](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GMJVbMSMXYmw4i7rXPifbD-320-80.gif)
Eclipse from space: See the moon's shadow race across North America at 1,500 mph in epic satellite footage
By Harry Baker published
Satellite images show the moon's gigantic shadow sweeping across North America during the April 8 total solar eclipse. Astronauts on board the ISS also captured stunning shots of the enormous dark patch.
![USA states on map: Alaska.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ovpRqMT7nHHB9G9LrFutD5-320-80.jpg)
When is the next total solar eclipse after 2024 in North America?
By Jamie Carter published
After the total solar eclipse on April 8, North America will have to wait exactly eight years, 11 months and 22 days for its next glimpse of the sun's corona.
![The moon passing in front of the sun](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mYjwKSSbMWJrBhDwscccW8-320-80.jpg)
Myth busted: Total solar eclipses don't release special, blinding radiation, NASA says
By Ben Turner published
Today's total solar eclipse won't produce any especially harmful radiation, but that doesn't mean you should look at it with your bare eyes.
![During the total solar eclipse, the Sun’s visible-light corona (meaning crown), only visible at maximum eclipse from within the path of totality, is seen here as a crown of white light extending from around the edge of the eclipsing Moon.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dPsc4ayPuSQD6FwvxGE7wQ-320-80.jpg)
Watch live! The total solar eclipse has begun over North America.
By Sharmila Kuthunur published
The long-awaited total solar eclipse of 2024 has begun — and you can watch NASA's unparalleled view of totality right now in this free live stream.
![Students from Muchin College Prep react as the solar eclipse emerges from behind clouds in Millennium Park in Chicago on Aug. 21, 2017](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bQGsbXikjYFxmEoT3Jxeaa-320-80.jpg)
Where to get solar eclipse glasses last minute
By Brandon Specktor published
It may not be too late to get last minute solar eclipse glasses for today, depending on your location.
![As Europe enjoyed a partial solar eclipse on the morning of Friday 20 March 2015.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oTESUQZhpguUaH3t6aQmrk-320-80.jpg)
Solar eclipse 2024: 8 things to watch for during totality
By Jamie Carter last updated
From "diamond rings" to Baily's beads, here's what to look for today during the brief darkness within the path of totality.
![Sequence composite of the August 21 of solar eclipse.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BpWeCgdgKYoTQFU7aHNsx4-320-80.jpg)
April 8 total solar eclipse: Everything you need to know
By Brandon Specktor last updated
A total solar eclipse will be visible to millions of people in North America today. Here's everything you need to know about where, when, and how to view the 2024 solar eclipse.
![A visitor adds a pin to a map displaying where eclipse seekers are visiting from during the town's celebration of the April 8 solar eclipse on April 07, 2024 in Russellville, Arkansas. Communities across the country in the path of totality of the April 8 eclipse are holding festivals and preparing to host a massive influx of visitors to view the rare celestial phenomenon.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZX4LDMqi69NTMUknuGss9J-320-80.jpg)
April 8 solar eclipse: What time does totality start in every state?
By Stephanie Pappas last updated
Totality, the moment when the moon completely covers the sun's face, is the climax of a total solar eclipse. Here's what time totality starts in all 13 states where the total solar eclipse will be visible on April 8, and what to expect when the big moment arrives.
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