Google’s spectacular animation signals Total ‘Solar Eclipse’ on April 8: How to watch
A mesmerizing animation on Google marked the much-anticipated arrival of a total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, as celestial enthusiasts around the world eagerly await this rare cosmic event. As users type “solar eclipse” into the search engine, a captivating pop-up depicting the eclipsed sun graces the screen before unveiling search results. Total solar […]
How to prepare your pets for solar eclipse 2024
A total solar eclipse is coming on Monday, April 8, and it’s time to get prepared with your special glasses. And if you’re a pet owner, you might want to prepare for their safety, too. Whether you’re traveling to view the solar eclipse or staying home, you might be wondering how to properly prepare your […]
How to get free solar eclipse glasses in NYC?
New York City skywatchers should gear up if they plan to peep next week’s solar eclipse. Viewers risk long-lasting damage to their eyes after only seconds of staring at the sun, even during a partial eclipse. Many optometrists have said they see an increase in patients complaining of blind spots or blurred vision after an […]
Can you take photos of the solar eclipse? Here’s how to take a picture of the solar eclipse with your phone
Getting to see even one total solar eclipse is a rare occurrence. Photographer Stan Honda has three under his belt. His first experience took place in Svalbard, a Norwegian archipelago in the Arctic Ocean, in 2015 – what he saw was a singular spectacle and chance for anyone wielding a camera. “At that latitude the […]
How to make a pinhole eclipse viewer and a box eclipse viewer
You need some basic equipment to view the eclipse safely Liang Sen / Imago / Alamy If you are planning to watch the solar eclipse on 8 April this year – whether you are in the path of totality or not – you will need some equipment to enjoy it fully. The most important rule […]
How to take a stunning photograph of the total solar eclipse this April 2024
Eclipse photography requires a bit of practice Sebastian Kennerknecht/ Minden Pictures / Alamy Some people spend years planning a trip to see a total solar eclipse, yet the moment itself only lasts a few minutes at most. A well-taken photograph can help bring you right back to that moment years later. The good news is […]
April’s eclipse: How to view it safely and what to look for in eclipse glasses
Use special eclipse glasses to prevent eye damage Gino Santa Maria/Shutterstock Viewing a total solar eclipse is an experience that can stay with you for life, but, without the proper precautions, that could be for all the wrong reasons. Looking directly towards the sun is dangerous, so read on for how to view an eclipse […]