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Two brides and grooms look up at the solar eclipse from an Arkansas field.
I DO

Hundreds Flock to Marry in Arkansas Field During Eclipse

“It just seems like the coolest wedding that you could ever have,” one bride said.

Josh Fiallo

A poster from Health officials warns about faulty solar eclipse glasses.
NO TIME TO SPARE

Last-Second Recall Issued for Some Solar Eclipse Glasses

The Illinois Department of Health blasted out the recall on Monday, saying those who didn’t heed their warning may suffer “serious eye damage.”

Josh Fiallo

U.S. President Donald Trump looks up toward the Solar Eclipse on the Truman Balcony at the White House on August 21, 2017 in Washington, DC.
‘DON’T BE SILLY’

Biden Shades Trump With Eclipse Glasses PSA

The former president ignited a memestorm in 2017 when he stared into the sun with no eye protection, despite a shouted warning from an aide.

Amanda Yen

The sun slips behind the moon in a total solar eclipse.
IT’S HERE

Stunning Footage Shows Solar Eclipse Sweep Across U.S.

Bad weather threatened to spoil the phenomenon, which isn’t slated to occur again in the contiguous U.S. until 2045.

Josh Fiallo

A sign placed along I-95 encourages people to view the upcoming eclipse safely on April 07, 2024 in Houlton, Maine.
POOR HORIZONS

Clouds and Storms Could Impede Some Solar Eclipse Views

Affected states along the path of totality include parts of Texas, Arkansas, Ohio, and New York.

Amanda Yen

A digital sign along the eastbound Long Island Expressway between exits 63-64 in Medford, New York on April 2, 2024, advising commuters of the Solar Eclipse expected on April 8.
OVERBOOKED

Eclipse Travelers Outraged Over Surprise Hotel Cancellations

Some of the visitors had booked their stays two years ago when they learned of the April 8 eclipse’s path.

Amanda Yen

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Best Solar Eclipse Glasses October 2023
EYES ON THE SKIES

Watch the Magic This April With Solar Eclipse Glasses

A major solar eclipse will grace the skies on Apr. 8, 2024. Protect your eyes with these safety glasses.

Steven John

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RING OF FIRE

How to See the Very Rare Hybrid Solar Eclipse This Week

Get out your solar goggles this Thursday, and let’s get ready to rumble.

Maddie Bender

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A BURNING THING

Do Not Stare: Early Risers Wake Up to ‘Ring of Fire’ Eclipse

The rare phenomenon drew an “audible gasp” from viewers on the observation deck of the Empire State Building.

Philippe Naughton

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BAD SSSSTRATEGY

The New Slithery Taylor Swift Is Still Playing the Victim

The old Taylor Swift is “dead,” she claims. But in everything from her album artwork to the title of her new song, she’s still doing what she always has: shifting the blame.

Amy Zimmerman

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I DO WHAT I WANT!

‘Daily Show’ Mocks Trump for Staring Into Sun During Eclipse

Of course he did.

Marlow Stern

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