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Earth Will Have Its Last Total Solar Eclipse in About 600 Million Years
By Samantha Mathewson published

Kids Can Prep for Total Solar Eclipse with 'Space Racers' Website
By Thomas Howell published
The coast-to-coast total solar eclipse on Aug. 21 will be memorable for children and adults alike, and a new website will help kids get interested in the big event and view it safely.

Solar Eclipse Day Craziness Could Resemble the Zombie Apocalypse — Are You Ready?
By Nola Taylor Redd published
Only one month left until the Great American Eclipse passes across the continental United States.

Don’t Use Sunglasses to Watch the Solar Eclipse (You Can Go Blind!)
By Tia Ghose published
Even though both look like tinted shades, eclipse viewers are very different from ordinary sunglasses, because they filter out far more light.

If the Sun Is 93 Million Miles Away, Why Can't We Look Directly at It?
By Rachael Rettner published
During next month's solar eclipse, you may be tempted to gaze directly at the sun, but you absolutely should not do this without the proper eye protection.

What Were the First Records of Solar Eclipses?
By Mindy Weisberger published
People have been describing and documenting eclipses for thousands of years.

Has Anyone Ever Gone Blind from Staring at a Solar Eclipse?
By Tia Ghose published
It's not just an old wives' tale: Staring at the sun for too long can permanently damage detailed vision, evidence suggests.

Brrr! How Much Can Temperatures Drop During a Total Solar Eclipse?
By Calla Cofield published
How much does the temperature drop during a total solar eclipse? It depends on season and location, but get ready for a sudden and noticeable chill.
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