On April 8, a total solar eclipse will streak across North America, passing northeast from Mexico to Canada. Viewers in 15 U.S. states along the path of totality will have a chance to see the ...

That makes it appear slightly smaller than the sun. During full annularity, or the maximum phase of the eclipse, the size differences make visible an orange halo around the moon — the so-called ...

We also explain how to make sure that the glasses you purchase meet the appropriate safety standard. For alternative methods of viewing the partial solar eclipse in safety, take a look at our ...