Eclipses

Eclipses

In the unlikely situation that you are caught unawares by the Sun being obscured by a large black circle, you are probably witnessing a solar eclipse, a rare event where our Moon is between us and the Sun. Both solar and lunar eclipses can happen anytime there is a stellar body between two others, and are fairly spectacular to witness. As our understanding of orbits and physics increases we can better predict and observe these astronomically awesome events.

Solar eclipse: 'Weird' double sunrise and devil horns set to dazzle the US

The first solar eclipse of 2025 could deliver one of the year's most stunning sights. Get the camera ready
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Move over Mr Burns, this new space mission is about to create eclipses on demand

Behind the scenes of Proba-3, the bold new space mission that could unlock the Sun's secrets.
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Solar eclipse: The 20 best photos from 2024’s celestial spectacle

The most stunning images from the cosmic event of the century.
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11 reasons why today’s total solar eclipse is the cosmic event of the century

A total solar eclipse is one of the most profoundly beautiful events in nature, it's a once-in-a-life-time event you’ll never forget.
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The 10 weirdest things that will happen during today's total solar eclipse

If you’re in the path of totality come 8 April, keep an eye out for these strange phenomena.
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The strangest animal behaviour to expect during April's solar eclipse

Steer clear of any giraffes or giant tortoises on 8 April. But do keep an eye on your pooch.
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Lunar eclipse 2023 tonight: Here's when to see the full Moon spectacle

And you won’t even have to stay up late to see it.
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When is the next solar eclipse?

If you’re in the path of totality, they’re difficult to miss. Here are all the details for upcoming solar eclipses in the next decade.
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Solar eclipse 2023 guide: When and how to see today's 'ring of fire'

Here’s how you can experience the Great American Eclipse and see the spectacular 'ring of fire' this Saturday.
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How to see the total lunar eclipse this May

Cameras at the ready, May's full Moon brings with it a lunar eclipse that will turn the Moon red.
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Solar eclipse 2021: How and when to see in the UK

How do solar eclipses happen? Why don't they have happen every month? With the help of astronomy lecturer Dr Darren Baskill, here's your guide to the biggest solar event of 2021.
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Solar System's smallest planet to transit Sun today

The last time this happened was in 2016, and the next will be in 2032.
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Blood moon: lunar eclipse myths from around the world

The blood moon myths are many and varied, but, at the end of the day, it's just an eclipse.
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Can you weigh the world? Revolutionary experiments in physics

Some go to great lengths to understand the world around us – here are three extraordinary experiments from the history of science.
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Some of the best pictures from Solar Eclipse 2017

North America witnessed a spectacle as the Moon passed in front of the Sun causing a shadow to fall on Earth – here are some of our favourite images.
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Our favourite tweets from the 2017 solar eclipse

Twitter can bring out the best in people, especially during an event like a total solar eclipse of the Sun - here are some of the best pictures, jokes and videos from Twitter.
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The great American solar eclipse 2017

Dan Falk and Jamie Carter look forward to the moment when day turns into night across North America and experiences a total solar eclipse.
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Solar eclipse 2017 citizen science

As well as sitting back and enjoying the total solar eclipse, why not take part in some citizen science too?
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Five of the best locations in the USA to see eclipse totality

If you are planning on seeing the total solar eclipse, book a flight to these spots as soon as possible.
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