The moon slipped between the Earth and the sun on Saturday, casting a shadow on our planet in parts of the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Russia and Africa.
Tag: Eclipses
When Is Eid This Year? How the Solar Eclipse Obscured Moon Sighting
Some Muslim communities rely on a centuries-old method to determine when Ramadan ends: a crescent moon. That method was harder to follow this year.
Eclipse Mania
There’s still reason to get excited, even if you’re not convinced by the hype.
Where Are People Going This Year?
Popular spots from years past are still favorites, but 2023’s crowds and heat waves are sparking interest in alternative destinations.
Your Friday Briefing: Xi Rebuffs the U.S.
Also, a small town in Australia hosted tens of thousands of eclipse watchers.
Thousands Flock to See a Rare Total Solar Eclipse in Australia
Tens of thousands descended on a tiny town in Western Australia, hundreds of miles from any city, to view a celestial spectacle.
Scenes From Tuesday’s Partial Solar Eclipse
The event was visible from Europe, northern Africa, the Middle East and Asia.
Solar Eclipse 2021: Highlights From the ‘Ring of Fire’
Weather and geography made it difficult to see the rare spectacle, but some intrepid people got an exciting view of the eclipse from unique vantage points.
Super Blood Moon and Lunar Eclipse 2021
A supermoon and total lunar eclipse combined to put on a big red show.
The Best View for the Supermoon May Be on This Plane
Qantas will run a one-time scenic flight from Sydney to offer ideal viewing of the supermoon.