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See the 2024 “Great American Solar Eclipse” from an “imaginary spaceship”.

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A still from a new “Flyover” video that traces the moon’s shadow’s journey across North America … [+] during the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. GreatAmericanEclipse.com/Michael Zeiler A compelling new “flyby” animation has been released online, detailing the moon’s shadow’s journey across North America during the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, … Read more

A day on Earth stopped at 19 hours for a billion years, scientists say

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New research shows that in Earth’s past, day length was only 19 hours because the moon was closer. … [+] getty The Earth may be spinning faster now, but a day on our planet lasts 24 hours, largely because of the moon’s presence – and it’s gradually moving away from us. There are other factors—including … Read more