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Astronomy & Observing News

Dawn Delight: Total Lunar Eclipse on March 3rd

March opens with a spectacular total lunar eclipse. Our guide will help you make the most of it.

November 2021 Lunar eclipse

Astronomy & Observing News

Witness a Total Lunar Eclipse on Sunday, May 15–16

The full Flower Moon ducks inside Earth's shadow in a total lunar eclipse this month. We help you prepare for all the highlights of the special event.

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Astronomy in Space with David Dickinson

Medieval "Dark Eclipse" Helps Date Ice Cores — and Time Volcanic Eruptions

Scientists have used a famous "dark eclipse" of the Moon to help date ice cores collected in Greenland and the Antarctic.

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Make the Most of January's Total Lunar Eclipse

An unusual dawn total lunar eclipse presents special challenges and great photo opportunities. Here's what you need to know to make the most of it.