The Great American Total Solar Eclipse of 2024

This April’s total solar eclipse will present a unique challenge to power grid operators because of the decline in solar power generation

Solar eclipse glasses prevent catastrophic eye damage when observing the sun. Here’s how they work

Earthlings are very lucky to see the spectacle of a total solar eclipse

The upcoming total solar eclipse and a pair of new sun probes are revolutionizing scientists’ understanding of our closest star

Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks will make its closest approach to the sun this April—right after North America is treated to a total solar eclipse

From the discovery of new elements to the testing of novel theories of gravity, total solar eclipses have helped spark scientific progress for centuries

Even if you’re not in the path of totality, the solar eclipse on April 8 will offer a show to nearly everyone across North and Central America

Experiments planned for the 2024 total solar eclipse aim to figure out how the sun works.

The total solar eclipse over North America this April is a great opportunity for kids to understand the dance of the Earth, sun and moon

Here’s why the path of a solar eclipse travels in the opposite direction of that of the sun

Weather predictions and population statistics show the best spots to see the total solar eclipse over North America this April

Volunteers can join several crowdsourced science projects during the total solar eclipse in April to contribute to research

The last time North Americans caught a total solar eclipse, the sun was in a lull of activity. This year’s eclipse will be very different

Unique studies of gravity waves, atmospheric holes and dazzling coronal displays will accompany April’s total solar eclipse across the U.S., Mexico and Canada

Opportunities abound to watch the sun disappear if you live long and travel

Use the interactive map below to find the next solar spectacular in your region