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Photographer shares how he captured the perfect picture of the solar eclipse at peak totality

Associated Press photographer Mat Otero shot the solar eclipse last week from the Fort Worth Zoo.

What is TikTok's 'April theory' and does astrology support it?

As we march through the month of April, a viral TikTok theory is sweeping the socials. The viral TikTok April theory maintains that during the fourth month of the year,...

Eye injuries surge following solar eclipse: 'Damage can be irreversible'

"I had several patients come in panicking saying ‘I don't want to go blind,’" Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, a New York City-based double board-certified doctor said. "I couldn't believe it, people actually...

Astronauts' eerie view of the solar eclipse shown in insane video

Astronauts on the International Space Station had an eerie view during the total solar eclipse on Monday as the Moon's shadow raced across the planet's surface.

NYC couple gets engaged on Delta solar eclipse flight: 'I wanted it to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience'

Neil Albstein proposed to his girlfriend Michele Rosenblatt, both of New York City, on one of Delta's solar eclipse flights Monday.

Space cadet: Dem pol tells students the moon is a planet 'made up mostly of gases'

Rep. Jackson Lee made a series of other questionable statements, including saying the moon, which reflects the sun's light, gives off "unique light and energy"

TV outlet accidentally airs man's testicles during solar eclipse coverage

A Mexican news outlet is garnering ridicule online because it accidentally aired a man's testicles when presenting viewer-submitted footage of Monday's solar eclipse.

Charles Barkley calls solar eclipse viewers 'losers'

Charles Barkley had no interest in Monday's total solar eclipse, one of the most anticipated events of 2024.

Patrick Mahomes runs to protect 3-year-old daughter during solar eclipse

In a video shared by wife Brittany, the star Chiefs quarterback can be seen moving swiftly toward Sterling as she began glancing up at the sky during Monday's solar eclipse...

'The View' co-host claims eclipse caused by climate change

"The View" co-host Sunny Hostin blamed Monday’s solar eclipse, Friday’s earthquake and the expected cicada breeding season on "climate change."

How to tell if you damaged your eyes looking at the solar eclipse

"You don't have nerve endings on the back of your eyeball, so you could be experiencing a burn and not know it," said Michelle Nichols, director of public observing at...

Total solar eclipse tough to see from special Delta flight 30K feet above -- but passengers still enjoyed 'fun community experience'

"And a truth began to dawn on us — maybe a plane isn’t the best viewing spot for an eclipse. With glasses or without, it was hard to see the...

Traffic jams clog US highways as eclipse viewers head home after watching once-in-a-lifetime event

A once in a lifetime celestial happening has led to nightmarish traffic jams, as tens of thousands of people across the US clogged the highways during their return home.

Solar eclipse 2024 is over — here's what to do with the special viewing glasses you don't need anymore

Bonnie Tyler was wrong — you don't need them now tonight.

Crazed woman shoots random drivers on Florida interstate because 'God' told her to via the solar eclipse

Taylon Nichelle Celestine, 22, told staffers at her motel that she was directed by "God" to go on a shooting spree in relation to the solar eclipse, Florida Highway Patrol...

Cloudy skies in path of totality clear just in time for breathtaking eclipse views

Millions of Americans in the path of totality who woke up to dreary skies Monday got a zero-hour reprieve from Mother Nature as the gloom gave way to a picture-perfect...

Tiny plane that flew to Arkansas for eclipse crashes on way home fewer than 2 minutes into return flight

The Twin Navion aircraft had flown the group to the Clarksville Municipal Airport in Arkansas so they could witness the spectacular totality in the western part of the Razorback State,...

North America comes together to watch the solar eclipse: photos

The eclipse stretched from Mexico's Pacific coast, all the way to the territory of Newfoundland in Canada, passing through 15 US states in the process.

Timelapse: Relive the 2024 total solar eclipse

Experience the path of totality for the historic 2024 solar eclipse in this stunning time-lapse video captured on April 8. Stargazers will have to wait until Aug. 12, 2026 for...