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Artemis 2 astronauts are about to see one of the rarest skywatching sights of all — a solar eclipse from beyond the moon

The four Artemis 2 astronauts will see a solar eclipse from beyond the moon's far side on Monday evening (April 6), and they'll use the opportunity to make some science observation...

Where to See the Total Solar Eclipse on Aug. 12

On Aug. 12, parts of Greenland, Iceland, Spain and Portugal will experience the thrill of daytime darkness. Here’s where you can witness the cosmic spectacle.

The crew will see a solar eclipse while on the far side of the moon.

Solar Eclipse From the Far Side of the Moon

Kottke: This shot from Artemis II of the Moon eclipsing the Sun is one of the most breathtaking astronomical photos I’ve ever seen. Holy shit. Follow NASA on Flickr for more....

Only 12 people on Earth saw this 'ring-of-fire' eclipse. Here's how one improvised to capture a once-in-a-lifetime photo...

A remote Antarctic research team became the only people on Earth to witness a rare annular solar eclipse — and one scientist had to improvise to capture it.

Seeing an eclipse from Earth is awe‑inspiring—for astronauts in space, the scene was even more grand

The astronauts on Artemis II's trip to the moon in April 2026 didn't just have an amazing journey through space. They also saw something extraordinary. They were the first humans t...

NASA’s Artemis II crew experience total solar eclipse from space

From the perspective of the Orion capsule, the moon will fully block the sun’s disk for nearly an hour

The Artemis 2 astronauts saw a rare solar eclipse from beyond the moon. Here's what it looked like

A newly released NASA timelapse reveals the moon crossing the sun as seen from deep space, giving the Artemis 2 crew a rare extended view of totality and the solar corona.

10 hidden spots in Spain to see the rare sunset total solar eclipse on Aug. 12

From desert badlands to hilltop villages, these off-the-beaten-track locations offer clear views of Spain's rare sunset total solar eclipse.

Every Solar Eclipse This Century

I’ve just discovered that my brother's house is right in the sweet spot for a total solar eclipse in August. Almost immediately afterwards I discovered that my mother has already b...

15 expert-checked places to see the 2026 total solar eclipse in Spain, Iceland and Greenland

From Arctic fjords and volcanic craters to medieval castles and coastal cliffs, here's where to get a clear line of sight to the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026.

Sun-Observing Satellite Uses Artificial Eclipse to Capture the Solar Wind

The Proba 3 mission flies two spacecraft in precise formation to create an artificial eclipse and obtain close views of the solar wind as it leaves the Sun. The post Sun-Observing...

Artemis II Astronauts Photograph Solar Eclipse From Beyond the Moon

The NASA Artemis II crew had a very eventful April 6. After breaking Apollo 13's record for the farthest distance humans have ever been from Earth, the crew got busy taking a lot o...

First photos of solar eclipse from Artemis II crew look almost too good to be real

The Artemis II astronauts have already captured some incredible sights of the Earth and Moon during their journey. Now we can add a new visual to that list: a total solar eclipse a...

Earthset, Solar Eclipse: First Images From Artemis Moon Fly-By

The first two images show an 'Earthrise' and the solar eclipse the astronauts viewed.

'Unreal' solar eclipse: Artemis 2 crew just saw one of the rarest sights in spaceflight history

Artemis 2 astronauts witness a rare solar eclipse from beyond the moon during their historic lunar flyby.

How to see Ibiza's greatest sunset ever as Spanish island gets ready for once-in-a-lifetime total solar eclipse

On August 12 this year, Ibiza is set to see a total solar eclipse - the first in 121 years. And there are ways you can get a full view of it yourself.

From spa to boat party: 10 epic events for the Aug. 12, 2026, total solar eclipse in Spain and Iceland

Experience the Aug. 12, 2026 total solar eclipse from Spain and Iceland with festivals, spa sessions and skywatching events along the path of totality.

Why the Moon Moving Away From Earth Threatens the Future of Total Solar Eclipses

The Moon is slowly moving away from Earth by 3.8 centimetres per year, and scientists say the future of total solar eclipses could eventually disappear forever.

ESA’s Proba 3 is Unlocking Secrets of the Solar Wind

It has been a dream of astronomers and solar scientists for ages. A new mission gives solar researchers a powerful new tool in their arsenal: on-demand, total solar eclipses. Launc...

Spain gears up for August total solar eclipse

Spain, one of the few places in the world where a total solar eclipse will be visible in August, has begun preparations for an event it hopes will shift tourism away from the beach...

Dark side of the moon, as seen from Artemis

The Artemis II mission is slingshotting around the moon today, and the images being returned from NASA's Orion ship are exquisite. Here's just a few of the latest, showing the moon...

ESA's Proba 3 is unlocking secrets of the solar wind

It has been a dream of astronomers and solar scientists for ages. A new mission gives solar researchers a powerful new tool in their arsenal: on-demand, total solar eclipses. Launc...

Scientists map hidden magnetism on the sun's far side

For observers on Earth, the sun appears as a bright, familiar disk—but what we see is only half the story. Like the moon, one half of the sun is permanently hidden from our direct...