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Annular 'ring of fire' solar eclipse February 2026: Live updates
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The next solar eclipse will be on Feb. 17, 2026. Here's what you need to know.

Why solar and lunar eclipses come in pairs — and what an eclipse season really is
By Jamie Carter published
Eclipses don't happen at random — they arrive in pairs, on schedule, and 2026 brings two spectacular seasons to prove it.

Here's what will happen during each phase of the Feb. 17 'ring of fire' annular solar eclipse
By Anthony Wood published
The annular solar eclipse will see the moon cover the majority of the solar disk, surrounding it in a fiery halo.

Where will the annular solar eclipse be visible on Feb. 17?
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
The 'ring of fire' eclipse on Feb. 17, 2026, will be witnessed by more penguins than people.

10 best places to see the 'blood moon' total lunar eclipse on March 3
By Jamie Carter published
From dark-sky parks to remote deserts, these locations offer prime views of the March 3, 2026, blood moon.

1 week until an annular solar eclipse turns the sun into a 'ring of fire' over Antarctica
By Anthony Wood published
The moon will pass directly in front of the sun on Feb. 17, setting the stage for a dramatic annular solar eclipse.

How to use the moon on Feb. 4 to plan your view of March's total lunar eclipse
By Joe Rao published
A February moon offers a practical preview of where to look for March's total lunar eclipse.

A blood moon is coming: 1 month until a total lunar eclipse takes to the skies over North America
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
The moon will take on a dramatic blood red hue during the total lunar eclipse on March 3.

Solar eclipse glasses: How to check safety and use them correctly
By Hanneke Weitering last updated
You can always grab a pair ahead of the next solar eclipse!

Total solar eclipse 2030: Everything you need to know about totality in southern Africa and southeast Australia
By Jamie Carter published
Reference The total solar eclipse on Nov. 25, 2030, will mainly cross the Indian Ocean, but views will be possible from Australia, South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Lesotho.
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