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Astronomers discover oldest known eclipse reference in 6,000-year-old Hindu text

By Paul Sutter published

Astronomers combed through an ancient Hindu text and discovered that it referenced a total solar eclipse that occurred roughly 6,000 years ago, making it the oldest known mention of an eclipse.

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A graphic with black writing "annular solar eclipse" and red text "2024" written underneath. to the left is an ring of fire eclipsed sun and in the background is full of stars.

Solar eclipse 2024: Live updates

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Stay up-to-date with the latest news on the upcoming solar eclipses, including the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 2, 2024.

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Best telescopes under $500: Image shows man using telescope at night with blurred city lights in background

Best budget telescopes under $500 2024: Great telescopes that won't break the bank

By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated

Deals We've rounded up the best budget telescopes under $500, bringing you quality picks so you can enjoy astronomy whatever your budget.

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series of phases of the annular solar eclipse in 2023. A composite that records the sequence around mid-eclipse of the October 14, 2023 annular eclipse of the Sun. At this eclipse the Moon was near apogee so its disk was not large enough to completely cover the Sun's photosphere and create a total eclipse

1 month until the annular solar eclipse 2024: Here's what you need to know

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

With just one month to go until the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 2, here is everything you need to know to prepare for the dazzling spectacle, either in person or online.

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Little girl has a shocked expression while using one of the best binoculars for kids with a foliage backdrop

Best binoculars for kids 2024: Small and lightweight binos for younger users

By Jamie Carter last updated

Buying Guide The best binoculars for kids offer great views in a package suitable for smaller hands and faces.

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Expert holds one of the best binoculars while observing

Best binoculars 2024: Top picks for stargazing, wildlife, birding and more

By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated

Buying Guide The best binoculars are the perfect companion for bird watching, sports spectating or even stargazing. We've rounded up the top picks on the market.

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ribbons and curtains of light in the sky colored green, purple and pink. There are snow-capped mountains below.

Aurora season is here: What to expect from the northern lights in 2024/25

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Here's what to expect from this aurora season and how to best prepare for your northern lights hunting experience.

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a comet on the right has a red/pink nucleus in the center and a glowing greeny blue coma which stretches out into a long tail to the right. The black eye galaxy shines bright but has a distinct dark patch covering one side of the galaxy center.

Astrophotographer captures Comet 13P/Olbers and the Black Eye Galaxy M64 in stunning detail (photo)

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

Astrophotographer Greg Meyer had just one hour to capture this iconic image of Comet 13P/Olbers and the Black Eye Galaxy (M64).

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A series of images showing the annular ring of fire solar eclipse progress. The moon looks like it is taking a bigger and bigger bite out of the sun until it covers it, but not completely, leaving a ring of orange around it.

Annular solar eclipse 2024: Everything you need to know about the next solar eclipse

By Jamie Carter last updated

Reference The next solar eclipse will be an annular solar eclipse on Oct. 14, 2024. The 'ring of fire' will be visible across the Pacific Ocean and South America.

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A photo of the Sony E 11m f/1.8 lens one of the best lenses for astrophotography in 2024

Best lenses for astrophotography in 2024

By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated

Buying Guide The best lenses for astrophotography enable you to capture the stars at the highest quality possible. Our roundup includes models for all leading camera brands.

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