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Excitement mounts as North America awaits the rare spectacle of the April 8th total solar eclipse, spanning from northern Mexico to Maine.

Hillary Clinton resurfaced the viral photo of former President Trump looking at the sun during a solar eclipse in 2017, as millions of Americans are preparing to view the rare phenomenon again Monday. Clinton shared the photo Monday on the social platform X of Trump looking up at the sun without wearing protective eclipse glasses.…

Once you've observed the solar eclipse, what should you do with the special glasses you used?

Eclipse viewing parties are taking place around both states, but before heading out, you'll want to make sure to have everything you need for the historic occasion.

Today’s solar eclipse will plunge large swaths of the U.S. into near total darkness as 15 states witness the sun completely cover the moon. Millions of people are expected to watch the event, which is the last time a total solar eclipse will be visible in the contiguous United States until 2044. All 50 states in the U.S. will be able to witness a partial eclipse–but you must wear eclipse glasses to view it.

Here’s your guide to the rare celestial event.

As the solar eclipse becomes visible for some, officials encourage people not to wear their solar eclipse glasses in certain scenarios.

The Illinois Department of Health has urged eclipse viewers to check their glasses after a brand was recalled for failing to meet safety standards. The recalled glasses were listed on Amazon as “Biniki Solar Eclipse Glasses AAS Approved 2024 – CE & ISO Certified Safe Shades for Direct Sun Viewing (6 Packs),” according to the IDH. They were sold at several stores in Southern Illinois, ...

Here’s what experts say.

Brevard only saw about 62% coverage but will be in path of totality for solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2045.