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The wolves Skroll and Hati pursuing the sun and moon in Norse legend. An eclipse was said to occur if they got close enough to their prey.

Afraid of the Dark? Why Eclipses Frightened Ancient Civilizations

By Tom Metcalfe published

For many ancient cultures, eclipses of the sun and moon were something special — and something to be feared.

Human Behavior
Eclipse on paper

What To Do If Your Solar Eclipse Glasses Won't Arrive in Time

By Nola Taylor Redd published

What do you do if your eclipse glasses haven't arrived, or have been recalled? Here are some other options for safely observing the eclipse.

Astronomy
The rock art depicting a solar eclipse, possibly from A.D. 1097, looked "more celebratory than frightening," said a University of Colorado archaeoastronomer.

Ancient Pueblo Rock Art Depicts a 'Celebratory' Solar Eclipse

By Tracy Staedter published

Human Behavior
DSCOVR's View of March 2016 Total Solar Eclipse

Why Does a Total Solar Eclipse Move from West to East?

By Paul Sutter published

If the moon typically rises in the east, why will the 2017 total solar eclipse begin in the west?

Astronomy
A woman watches a solar eclipse in India.

Can a Solar Eclipse Really Blind You?

By Stephanie Pappas published

Isaac Newton blinded himself for 3 days after looking at the sun in a mirror.

Astronomy
Solar eclipse at the Grand Canyon

Eclipses Were Regarded As Omens in the Ancient World

By Gonzalo Rubio published

August 21, people living in the continental United States will be able to see a total solar eclipse.

Human Behavior
A total solar eclipse, seconds before totality, when a single bead of the sun's disk is still visible.

Eclipse Superstitions Are a Thing of the Past, and the Present

By Calla Cofield published

Ancient stories and superstitions about eclipses can be found in every corner of the globe, but modern skywatchers aren't immune to misinformation about these celestial events.

Astronomy
Mars annular eclipse

Do other planets have solar eclipses?

By Laura Geggel published

Planets
Santa Fe Trail

21 National Parks Where You Can Enjoy the 2017 Solar Eclipse

By Samantha Mathewson published

The Great American Total Solar Eclipse will race across the U.S. on Aug. 21, 2017, casting a shadow over 21 of the country's National Parks coast to coast.

Astronomy
Crowd Observes May 2012 Annular Solar Eclipse

Fake Solar Eclipse Glasses Are Flooding the Market: How to Stay Safe

By Mike Wall published

Counterfeit eclipse glasses are currently flooding the marketplace, according to the nonprofit American Astronomical Society (AAS). Here's how to know that your equipment is safe.

Astronomy
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