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Presidential Visions for Space Exploration: From Ike to Biden
By Mike Wall last updated
A brief look at how each American president helped shape and steer American activities in space.

16 best places to see the annular 'ring of fire' solar eclipse 2024
By Jamie Carter last updated
Explore the top 16 places to witness the breathtaking annular 'ring of fire' solar eclipse on Oct. 2, 2024. Plan an unforgettable eclipse experience with these expert recommendations.

10 weird water worlds in the solar system and beyond
By Conor Feehly published
Planetary scientists have been searching the cosmos for liquid water. Here are the most promising water worlds in the solar system and beyond.

Best space pranks: From space apes to smuggled sandwiches
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Explore some of the best pranks carried out in space. From rogue gorillas to smuggled sandwiches, we discover the lighter side of space exploration.

Solar eclipse viewing through history: A roundup of some of the best photos
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Solar eclipses have captivated humans for millennia. Here we look at iconic photos through the decades of people enjoying the celestial phenomenon.

10 things you probably didn't know about the 2024 total solar eclipse
By Jamie Carter published
A total solar eclipse is coming on April 8, 2024, but how much do you really know about it?

6 reasons why the 2024 total solar eclipse could be the best eclipse for hundreds of years
By Jamie Carter published
The total solar eclipse of 2024 will be visible across Northern America on April 8. It could be the best eclipse for hundreds of years. Here's why.

Total solar eclipse 2024 maps of the 'path of totality'
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Plan your eclipse trip with these maps of the 2024 total solar eclipse's path of totality through Mexico, the U.S. and Canada.
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