This is the path of the total solar eclipse across the US
Parts of North America will go dark on Monday as a total solar eclipse passes overhead. This rare celestial phenomenon occurred on Monday for the first time since 2017 and is not likely to occur again for decades. States across the country are preparing for an increase in tourists hoping to catch a glimpse of […]
Texas man, 105, to witness his 13th total solar eclipse: ‘They’re so beautiful’
A 105-year-old Texas man is gearing up to watch the total solar eclipse on April 8th, but this won’t be his first rodeo. Laverne Bizar of Fort Worth said her interest in astronomy began in high school in the 1930s. Umbraphile is a term used to refer to people who chase solar eclipses, and he […]
Solar eclipse 2024: 8 strange things that could happen during the rare event
Rare events in orbit can cause some strange events here on Earth. The North American solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 is expected to be a total solar eclipse in 15 U.S. states. What can Americans expect to happen not only on the ground but also in the air? Solar eclipse in 2024: Where and […]
Solar eclipse 2024: Where and how to view the rare orbit hitting the US
A solar eclipse will hit North America on April 8, 2024, and millions of Americans are already preparing for this rare event. According to NASA, the total solar eclipse, or complete coverage of the sun, will span 15 states, but the partial solar eclipse will be visible in every state in the continental United States. […]
Ohio Gov. DeWine says precautions ensure ‘a great day’ in leadup to eclipse
Ohio is taking a number of precautions in preparation for Monday’s total solar eclipse as it expects an influx of up to 500,000 tourists. Republican Gov. Mike DeWine has already activated the Ohio Emergency Operations Center starting Sunday to prepare the Buckeye State to assist communities with any issues that may arise during the celestial […]
New York Jail Grants Six Prisoners’ Petition To Watch Eclipse After Lawsuit
The six prisoners who sued the State of New York had their wishes granted Thursday as the state agreed to let them view the eclipse for their cited religious beliefs, the New York Post (NYP) reported. The prisoner’s attorneys welcomed the state’s decision to permit the six inmates of various religious backgrounds to view the […]
Disney’s win, jobs blowout, gold shines and solar eclipse mania
Kevin Mahn, president and chief information officer (CIO) of Hennion & Walsh Asset Management, cited two areas of concern in the strong March jobs report on “The Big Money Show.” -March job growth surprised even the most bullish economists -Gold prices hit a new record, stocks end a wild week -Disney CEO Bob Iger cast […]
NY agrees to let six prisoners watch solar eclipse for ‘religious’ reasons with glasses provided
Their prayers were answered. Six inmates who cited “religious beliefs” in suing an upstate New York prison to watch Monday’s solar eclipse have reached a settlement that will allow them to witness the astronomical wonder. Inmates at Woodbourne Correctional Facility, which also includes a Baptist, a Muslim, a Seventh-day Adventist, two Santeria practitioners, and an […]
Schools seize on eclipse for rare learning opportunity — if they’re open
As schools across the country prepare millions of students for Monday’s solar eclipse, it’s an exciting opportunity for educators who see this as one of the few opportunities to bring space lessons to life. While many schools in the path of the eclipse are planning to close completely, others are getting into the spirit and […]
Out Of This World: Start Time Of Marlins-Yankees Game Pushed Back Due To Solar Eclipse
Miami, New York City, it’s already a sexy combination of cities and brands…but will an eclipse be added to the mix? That’s right, I’m seriously cooking now. A total solar eclipse will occur across much of the United States on Monday, affecting the start time of the Major League Baseball game between the Miami Marlins […]