A new moon ring of fire solar eclipse arrives this week on October 2, 2024. It’s well established that eclipses powerfully affect us mortals (for specifics, see your solar eclipse horoscopes here), but these fated lunations can also stir up anxiety and unrest in our beloved pets. Annie-Mae Levy, a certified dog trainer at Woofz, a puppy … Read more
We’re in the corridor, folks, that heightened celestial hallway between eclipses. Between the September 17 lunar eclipse in Pisces and the October 2nd solar eclipse in Libra, we’re in the thick of the thicket that is eclipse season. This span of days can be something of a cosmic catalyst as we’re hurled toward destiny, cursed … Read more
It’s a cosmic trifecta. Stargazers will be treated to a heavenly triple-header on Tuesday. This month’s harvest moon will be coinciding with a supermoon, a blood moon and a partial lunar eclipse. While the harvest moon occurs annually close to the autumnal equinox in September, and supermoons transpire three to four times a year, witnessing … Read more
Look up and let it out, folks: a partial lunar eclipse is coming. This eclipse falls in Pisces, the sign of poets, escape artists, illusionists, dreamy deceivers, and gentle conmen. Eclipses have long been associated with fate, reversals of fortune, and points of no return. The word itself comes from the Greek ekleipsis, meaning “to abandon, to … Read more
Parents welcoming children in 2024 are ditching baby books and turning to the headlines to name their newborns. Parenting site BabyCenter analyzed the real-time data for hundreds of thousands of names shared by parents in their user community to determine how today’s trends are inspiring preschool roasters. And while the year’s not over yet, BabyCenter’s … Read more
Immediately after Monday’s solar eclipse, the number of people searching Google for eye-related injuries jumped while one doctor in New York City says she treated a surge of patients with eye pain. “I had several patients come in panicking saying ‘I don’t want to go blind,’” Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, a New York City-based double board-certified doctor … Read more
Astronauts on the International Space Station had an eerie view during the total solar eclipse on Monday as the Moon’s shadow raced across the planet’s surface. Waiting for totality on Earth took more than an hour after the partial eclipse began, but the low-Earth orbit’s view provided context for how fast the Moon’s shadow is … Read more
Charles Barkley had no interest in Monday’s total solar eclipse, one of the most anticipated events of 2024. The Basketball Hall of Famer labeled anyone who stood outside to watch the total solar eclipse — which won’t occur in the U.S. until March 30, 2033 — a “loser” during the Turner broadcast of the NCAA men’s … Read more
Patrick Mahomes lept in action Monday to protect his 3-year-old daughter, Sterling, from looking up at the sky toward the sun without her protective glasses during the solar eclipse. In a video shared by wife Brittany Mahomes, the star Chiefs quarterback can be seen moving swiftly toward Sterling as the little girl began glancing up … Read more
Monday’s total solar eclipse was over in the blink of an eye — but for some, the effects of the spectacle may last a while. Solar retinopathy or “eclipse blindness” can occur when staring at the sun without glasses with special solar filters. Bright sunlight can damage the macula — the center of the retina … Read more
Bonnie Tyler was wrong — you don’t need them now tonight. Now that daytime stargazers across the nation’s heartland have had their fill of the last total solar eclipse in North America for the next 20 years, it’s time to ditch those safety glasses properly. “After you’ve used your glasses, the best recommendation is to … Read more
It ain’t over, folks. While much fanfare has been made about the emotional effects/havoc of Monday’s total solar eclipse and the communication breakdown of Mercury retrograde in Aries, the best/worst is yet to come. On April 20, Uranus — the planet of chaos, freedom, change and lightning — will meet up with Jupiter, the planet … Read more
As we all move through the wake/emotional wreckage and ‘from the fray’ opportunities of today’s total solar eclipse we’re looking ahead to the next time the moon blots out the sun, the stars shine at midday and crickets cry. Many reports incorrectly state that the next North American total solar eclipse won’t happen for twenty … Read more
If you purchased solar eclipse glasses on Amazon or in Illinois or Missouri, you might want to check them. Solar eclipse glasses sold on Amazon, at least six stores in Southern Illinois and three in Missouri have been recalled. The Illinois Department of Health issued an alert warning that the faulty glasses were recalled after … Read more
7 TV shows that feature eclipses and eclipse-related plot lines, including “Mad Men,” “The Simpsons” and “Charmed.” Source link #mustwatch #episodes #feature #solar #eclipse
They’re feeling a total eclipse of their health. Excitement isn’t the only feeling in the air ahead of this afternoon’s much-anticipated solar eclipse. Many concerned social media users are claiming that the cosmic overlap is causing them to suffer from “eclipse sickness,” with symptoms like insomnia, headaches and even wonky menstrual cycles. Scientists feel like … Read more
Monday’s Total Solar Eclipse is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Many brands are taking advantage of the event by offering out-of-this-world deals for customers. Whether you’re in the path of totality and want some food for your eclipse viewing party or if you just want to celebrate, there’s a deal for everyone. Burger King Burger King is … Read more
The cosmic event of the decade is upon us. On Monday, a large swath of the United States will fall in the path of totality during a total solar eclipse. While you may have a destination in mind and your glasses on deck, have you considered what colors to wear on the day of days? … Read more
It’ll be gone in a flash — complete darkness for Monday’s solar eclipse will last up to 4 minutes and 28 seconds depending on where you are in the path of totality when the moon blocks the face of the sun. A picture lasts much longer — and some photographers have long been prepping for … Read more
The eclipse is coming to New England. While Connecticut isn’t in the path of totality for Monday’s rare celestial phenomena, those in the state will still be in for quite a treat as at the event’s peak roughly 92% of the sun will be obscured by the moon as it passes between Earth and the … Read more