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A total solar eclipse, which was experienced Monday by millions of skygazers in parts of Mexico, the United States and Canada, has concluded its path over North America.

Many people throughout history saw eclipses as omens of doom. Mythology and folklore around solar eclipses fall within several common themes.

Many people throughout history saw eclipses as omens of doom. Mythology and folklore around solar eclipses fall within several common themes.

Many people throughout history saw eclipses as omens of doom. Mythology and folklore around solar eclipses fall within several common themes.

You should wear sunscreen when you're viewing a solar eclipse. Exposure to UV rays can lead to sunburn, especially if you plan to be out a long time.

You should wear sunscreen when you're viewing a solar eclipse. Exposure to UV rays can lead to sunburn, especially if you plan to be out a long time.

As the 2024 total solar eclipse approaches, a new book explores the most influential myths and folklore behind this natural phenomenon.

As the 2024 total solar eclipse approaches, a new book explores the most influential myths and folklore behind this natural phenomenon.

Patience might pay off for stargazers Monday night, as a new meteor shower with the potential of lighting up the sky in a dramatic fashion may appear.

A comet’s breakup three decades ago could produce a seldom-seen meteor storm on Monday night. Or it could be a complete dud.