Pets and the solar eclipse: What to know
While some abnormal animal behavior has been recorded during eclipses of the past, don’t expect anything unusual from your pets. But there are a few things you can do to make sure they’ll stay safe.
While some abnormal animal behavior has been recorded during eclipses of the past, don’t expect anything unusual from your pets. But there are a few things you can do to make sure they’ll stay safe.
16 of the coolest places to watch the solar eclipse
From the adrenaline junkies to the science fanatics to the hopeless romantics, there’s something for everyone this total solar eclipse.
From the adrenaline junkies to the science fanatics to the hopeless romantics, there’s something for everyone this total solar eclipse.
NY officials warn of major gridlock across state during total solar eclipse
Hundreds of thousands of tourists are expected to flock to New York to witness the once-in-a-generation occasion, likely causing major traffic jams in and around New York.
Hundreds of thousands of tourists are expected to flock to New York to witness the once-in-a-generation occasion, likely causing major traffic jams in and around New York.
Fossil named after Kermit the Frog sheds light on amphibian evolution, scientists say
Scientists described the fossilized skull of Kermitops gratus, a creature that lived in what is now Texas about 270 million years ago, naming it after Kermit the Frog because of its resemblance to the iconic Muppet character.
Scientists described the fossilized skull of Kermitops gratus, a creature that lived in what is now Texas about 270 million years ago, naming it after Kermit the Frog because of its resemblance to the iconic Muppet character.
What an eclipse looks like from space, and why you should see one (from Earth)
Would you rather see an eclipse from space or from here on Earth? Here’s the perspective of one of the few human beings who has done both.
Would you rather see an eclipse from space or from here on Earth? Here’s the perspective of one of the few human beings who has done both.
Where to get solar eclipse glasses in New York
As the total solar eclipse makes its journey across North America on April 8, welcome centers, rest stops and more are offering complimentary eclipse glasses in New York.
As the total solar eclipse makes its journey across North America on April 8, welcome centers, rest stops and more are offering complimentary eclipse glasses in New York.
World clocks may lose a second as Earth spins faster
World timekeepers may have to subtract a second from clocks due to Earth's faster rotation.
World timekeepers may have to subtract a second from clocks due to Earth's faster rotation.
Flying drones during a solar eclipse: What you need to know
Yes, it is possible to film a solar eclipse using a drone, but there are some important considerations and challenges to keep in mind.
Yes, it is possible to film a solar eclipse using a drone, but there are some important considerations and challenges to keep in mind.
Climate change has made heat waves last longer, study finds
A recent study suggests that climate change is causing giant heat waves to move slower across the globe, baking more people for longer periods with higher temperatures over larger areas.
A recent study suggests that climate change is causing giant heat waves to move slower across the globe, baking more people for longer periods with higher temperatures over larger areas.
NYC solar eclipse timed perfectly for Yankees home game on April 8
First pitch of the NY Yankees' home on April 8 is scheduled for 2:05 p.m. -- five minutes before the start of the eclipse.
First pitch of the NY Yankees' home on April 8 is scheduled for 2:05 p.m. -- five minutes before the start of the eclipse.
Eclipse forecast: Will NY see clear skies on April 8?
New York State is bracing for the Great American Solar Eclipse, but bad weather could ruin the celestial show for millions.
New York State is bracing for the Great American Solar Eclipse, but bad weather could ruin the celestial show for millions.
Cities have been eclipse-planning for months, ready to capitalize on tourism boom
The eclipse’s path to totality is also a path to profits. Cities along the way have been preparing to capitalize on this event for months – some, even years.
The eclipse’s path to totality is also a path to profits. Cities along the way have been preparing to capitalize on this event for months – some, even years.
NASA to launch rockets into moon’s shadow during April solar eclipse
During the eclipse, three rockets will launch as part of the Atmospheric Perturbations around Eclipse Path (APEP) mission from the NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia.
During the eclipse, three rockets will launch as part of the Atmospheric Perturbations around Eclipse Path (APEP) mission from the NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia.
Major grocery chain to close stores during the eclipse
Wegmans plans to close 48 stores in the path of the solar eclipse so that employees can enjoy the rare celestial event.
Wegmans plans to close 48 stores in the path of the solar eclipse so that employees can enjoy the rare celestial event.
USDA again asks for help squashing these invasive bugs
According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.
According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.
Prehistoric giant dolphin discovered in Amazon by paleontologists
A groundbreaking discovery was made in the Peruvian Amazon as a team of paleontologists from the University of Zurich uncovered a new species of freshwater dolphin dating back between 24 and 16 million years.
A groundbreaking discovery was made in the Peruvian Amazon as a team of paleontologists from the University of Zurich uncovered a new species of freshwater dolphin dating back between 24 and 16 million years.
Eloping under the eclipse: Couples to get hitched during rare solar event
Couples across the country are gearing up to exchange vows under the upcoming total lunar eclipse, with Ohio's Seneca County hosting the "Elope at the Eclipse" event on April 8.
Couples across the country are gearing up to exchange vows under the upcoming total lunar eclipse, with Ohio's Seneca County hosting the "Elope at the Eclipse" event on April 8.
Look out for comet, planets during the total solar eclipse
The temporary daytime darkness during the total solar eclipse also provides a good opportunity to observe some planets and even a colorful comet.
The temporary daytime darkness during the total solar eclipse also provides a good opportunity to observe some planets and even a colorful comet.
FAA issues travel warning ahead of April's total solar eclipse
"Due to the high volume of traffic along the eclipse path, (airport) arrivals can expect lengthy delays during peak traffic periods," the FAA said.
"Due to the high volume of traffic along the eclipse path, (airport) arrivals can expect lengthy delays during peak traffic periods," the FAA said.
See it: Satellite images show Baltimore bridge before and after collapse
Maxar satellite images show the Francis Scott Key Bridge above the Patapsco River taken before the devastating crash. Photos taken around noon on Tuesday show the container ship under parts of the collapsed bridge and the search efforts underway around the crash site.
Maxar satellite images show the Francis Scott Key Bridge above the Patapsco River taken before the devastating crash. Photos taken around noon on Tuesday show the container ship under parts of the collapsed bridge and the search efforts underway around the crash site.