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Millions of Americans await awe-inspiring total solar eclipse

REUTERS SALMON, Idaho/MURPHY, N.C. (Reuters) - Millions of Americans armed with protective glasses are taking positions along a slender ribbon of... SALMON, Idaho/MURPHY, N.C. (Reuters) - Millions of Americans armed with protective glasses are taking positions along a slender ribbon of land cutting diagonally across the United States to marvel at the first total solar eclipse to unfold from coast to... 1 hour

Sedentary time linked to increased risk of death for frail, inactive older adults

NEWS MEDICAL Sedentary time, for example, time spent sitting, increases the risk of death for middle-aged and older people who are frail and inactive,... Sedentary time, for example, time spent sitting, increases the risk of death for middle-aged and older people who are frail and inactive, but does not appear to increase the risk for nonfrail people who are inactive, according to a new... 13 minutes

Study may provide valuable guidance to women about choosing mammography screening

NEWS MEDICAL When to initiate screening for breast cancer, how often to screen, and how long to screen are questions that continue to spark emotional debates. When to initiate screening for breast cancer, how often to screen, and how long to screen are questions that continue to spark emotional debates. 13 minutes

10 missing after US Navy destroyer collides with merchant ship off Singapore

ABC NEWS Search and rescue effort underway, Navy says. Search and rescue effort underway, Navy says. 2 hours

Using machine learning to improve patient care

MIT New CSAIL research employs many types of medical data, including electronic health records, to predict outcomes in hospitals. New CSAIL research employs many types of medical data, including electronic health records, to predict outcomes in hospitals. 2 hours

The Great American Solar Eclipse of 2017 Is Happening Today

SPACE.COM The first total solar eclipse to cross the contiguous United States in 99 years occurs today and millions of skywatchers are ready to watch. The first total solar eclipse to cross the contiguous United States in 99 years occurs today and millions of skywatchers are ready to watch. 2 hours

Can You Photograph the Solar Eclipse With Your Phone or Tablet?

SPACE.COM Can you photograph the phenomenon with my cell phone or tablet? With a few caveats, the answer is "yes." Can you photograph the phenomenon with my cell phone or tablet? With a few caveats, the answer is "yes." 2 hours

Our Favorite Total Solar Eclipses from Movies and TV

SPACE.COM VIDEO The total solar eclipse is causing many folks to travel this weekend, and as these films and television programs demonstrate, eclipses have fascinated viewers throughout time. The total solar eclipse is causing many folks to travel this weekend, and as these films and television programs demonstrate, eclipses have fascinated viewers throughout time. 5 hours

Nanomaterial wrap for improved tissue imaging

NEWS MEDICAL Researchers at Tokai University describe in Advanced Materials how wrapping biological tissue in a nanosheet of a particular organic material results in high-quality microscopy images. Application of the wrap prevents the sample from drying out, and... Researchers at Tokai University describe in Advanced Materials how wrapping biological tissue in a nanosheet of a particular organic material results in high-quality microscopy images. Application of the wrap prevents the sample from drying out, and hence from shrinking, enabling... 4 hours

Binge TV viewing increasingly prevalent - poses a threat to sleep.

NEWS MEDICAL According to new research that looked at the TV viewing habits and sleep histories of 423 persons between ages of 18 and 25 years, binge watching... According to new research that looked at the TV viewing habits and sleep histories of 423 persons between ages of 18 and 25 years, binge watching or consuming multiple episodes of a TV series at one sitting can significantly affect... 4 hours

Lowering nicotine levels, use of e-cigarettes and raising cigarette prices associated with smoking cessation

NEWS MEDICAL The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have waged a war against smoking and now new steps are in... The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have waged a war against smoking and now new steps are in place to help quitters go ahead and stop smoking. 4 hours

Pork products associated with carrying hepatitis E virus in Britain

NEWS MEDICAL Pork products that are being sold at a leading supermarket has been associated with carrying a deadly hepatitis virus warns the researchers at the Public Health England (PHE). Pork products that are being sold at a leading supermarket has been associated with carrying a deadly hepatitis virus warns the researchers at the Public Health England (PHE). 4 hours

Solar Eclipse 2017 in Nashville: The Moon's Shadow in Music City

SPACE.COM Space.com's Hanneke Weitering reports from her home state of Tennessee as she chronicles Music City's epic celebration of the solar eclipse. Space.com's Hanneke Weitering reports from her home state of Tennessee as she chronicles Music City's epic celebration of the solar eclipse. 4 hours

Brother arrested after 3 young girls found dead in Maryland home

ABC NEWS The children were found with stab wounds, according to police. The children were found with stab wounds, according to police. 4 hours

Total Solar Eclipse 2017: When, Where and How to See It (Safely)

SPACE.COM On Aug. 21, 2017, a total solar eclipse will darken the skies from Oregon to South Carolina. Here's what you need to know about... On Aug. 21, 2017, a total solar eclipse will darken the skies from Oregon to South Carolina. Here's what you need to know about this rare celestial show. 4 hours

Here's a Final Weather Update for Solar Eclipse Day (Aug. 21, 2017)

SPACE.COM The 2017 solar eclipse is less than 24 hours away. Here are the most up-to-date weather forecasts for regions inside the path of totality. The 2017 solar eclipse is less than 24 hours away. Here are the most up-to-date weather forecasts for regions inside the path of totality. 8 hours

Why the Human Eye Sees a Total Solar Eclipse Better Than a Camera

SPACE.COM Here's a look at how the human eye works and why seeing an eclipse in person is so much better than looking... Here's a look at how the human eye works and why seeing an eclipse in person is so much better than looking at one in pictures. 8 hours

Two Newly Discovered Asteroids to Whiz by Earth on Tuesday

ASTRO WATCH Two space rocks detected this week are slated to pass by our planet on Tuesday, Aug.... Two space rocks detected this week are slated to pass by our planet on Tuesday, Aug. 22. The newly found asteroids, designated 2017 PV25 and 2017 QT1, are expected to miss the Earth at a distance of 5.5 lunar distances... 9 hours

NICER and LISA to Confirm or Disprove Predictions of General Relativity

ASTRO WATCH Two astrophysical missions, NICER and LISA, could soon change our understanding of the universe.... Two astrophysical missions, NICER and LISA, could soon change our understanding of the universe. Scientists hope that both instruments would help them answer fundamental questions about the universe, testing many aspects of Einstein’s theory of general relativity.NASA’s Neutron star Interior... 13 hours

Medical News Today: Shy bladder: Causes and treatments

MNT Shy bladder describes a condition where a person finds it difficult to urinate when there are other people nearby. It is usually caused by anxiety. Shy bladder describes a condition where a person finds it difficult to urinate when there are other people nearby. It is usually caused by anxiety. 13 hours

The Sun Is Literally Boiling, Releasing Balls of 'Hot Horror' Into Space

SPACE.COM The Sun Is Literally Boiling, Releasing Balls of 'Hot Horror' Into Space The Sun Is Literally Boiling, Releasing Balls of 'Hot Horror' Into Space 14 hours

1 Day Until the Solar Eclipse! NASA Scientist Explains What Makes Eclipses Spectacular

LIVE SCIENCE We're just one day away from the Great American Solar Eclipse, and people across the U.S. are getting ready to see this... We're just one day away from the Great American Solar Eclipse, and people across the U.S. are getting ready to see this once-in-a-lifetime astronomical event. 13 hours

Total Solar Eclipse Could Cost US Nearly $700 Million in Lost Productivity

LIVE SCIENCE The total solar eclipse of 2017 could cost U.S. companies nearly $700 million in lost productivity on Monday (Aug. 21) when workers pause to... The total solar eclipse of 2017 could cost U.S. companies nearly $700 million in lost productivity on Monday (Aug. 21) when workers pause to watch the moon block the sun. 13 hours

Novel approach to track HIV infection

SCIENCE DAILY Scientists used a novel live-cell fluorescent imaging system that allowed them for the first time to identify individual viral particles associated with HIV infection. Scientists used a novel live-cell fluorescent imaging system that allowed them for the first time to identify individual viral particles associated with HIV infection. 13 hours

Testing TVs and tablets for 'green' screens

SCIENCE DAILY Today, researchers report preliminary results suggesting that under simulated landfill conditions, quantum dots can leach out of TVs and tablets. But because this happens in such tiny amounts, the team says that in the... Today, researchers report preliminary results suggesting that under simulated landfill conditions, quantum dots can leach out of TVs and tablets. But because this happens in such tiny amounts, the team says that in the grand scheme of things, it might... 15 hours

Mussel-inspired glue could one day make fetal surgery safer

SCIENCE DAILY Whether to perform surgery on a fetus is a heart-wrenching decision. This type of surgery involves penetrating the delicate amniotic sac, increasing health risks to the fetus. Now researchers report... Whether to perform surgery on a fetus is a heart-wrenching decision. This type of surgery involves penetrating the delicate amniotic sac, increasing health risks to the fetus. Now researchers report the development of a glue, inspired by the tenacious grip... 15 hours

Energized fabrics could keep soldiers warm and battle-ready in frigid climates

SCIENCE DAILY Soldiering in arctic conditions is tough. Protective clothing can be heavy and can cause overheating and sweating, while hands and feet can grow numb. To keep... Soldiering in arctic conditions is tough. Protective clothing can be heavy and can cause overheating and sweating, while hands and feet can grow numb. To keep military personnel more comfortable, scientists are trying to create high-tech fabrics that heat up... 15 hours

Silk could improve sensitivity, flexibility of wearable body sensors

SCIENCE DAILY From smart socks to workout clothes that measure exertion, wearable body sensors are becoming the latest 'must-have' technology. Now scientists report they are on the cusp of using silk, one... From smart socks to workout clothes that measure exertion, wearable body sensors are becoming the latest 'must-have' technology. Now scientists report they are on the cusp of using silk, one of the world's most coveted fabrics, to develop a more... 15 hours

No guts no glory: Harvesting the microbiome of athletes

SCIENCE DAILY Scientists have tapped into the microbiome of elite runners and rowers, and have identified particular bacteria that may aid athletic performance. The goal is to develop probiotic supplements that may... Scientists have tapped into the microbiome of elite runners and rowers, and have identified particular bacteria that may aid athletic performance. The goal is to develop probiotic supplements that may help athletes -- and even amateur fitness enthusiasts -- recover... 15 hours

Spotlight on Carbondale: Illinois Town Sits at Solar Eclipse 'Crossroads'

SPACE.COM By pure cosmic coincidence, the town of Carbondale has found itself at the center of eclipse mania. By pure cosmic coincidence, the town of Carbondale has found itself at the center of eclipse mania. 16 hours

Sugars in human mother's milk are new class of antibacterial agents

SCIENCE DAILY A new study has found that sugars in mother's' milk do not just provide nutrition for babies but also help protect them from bacterial infections, making... A new study has found that sugars in mother's' milk do not just provide nutrition for babies but also help protect them from bacterial infections, making them a new class of antimicrobial agent. 15 hours

Medical News Today: Four natural ways to get rid of a suntan

MNT In this article, learn about the natural ways to get rid of a suntan, how to prevent a suntan, and the risks of sun... In this article, learn about the natural ways to get rid of a suntan, how to prevent a suntan, and the risks of sun damage to the skin. 16 hours

Former health chiefs to Trump: Avoid new 'Obamacare' crisis

ABC NEWS Former US health chiefs to Trump: Avoid creating more instability in health insurance marketplaces Former US health chiefs to Trump: Avoid creating more instability in health insurance marketplaces 18 hours

Medical News Today: Restrictive lung disease: Treatment and symptoms

MNT What is restrictive lung disease? Learn about the different types of restrictive lung disease and the different treatment options available. What is restrictive lung disease? Learn about the different types of restrictive lung disease and the different treatment options available. 21 hours

Medical News Today: Does platelet-rich plasma for the knee work?

MNT The use of platelet-rich plasma as a treatment for knee pain is relatively new, and becoming more popular. Learn about this alternative treatment. The use of platelet-rich plasma as a treatment for knee pain is relatively new, and becoming more popular. Learn about this alternative treatment. 19 hours

Medical News Today: Why do couples split up? And why do they stay together?

MNT A new study examines the complex decision-making process of ending or continuing a romantic relationship, revealing ambivalence and a range... A new study examines the complex decision-making process of ending or continuing a romantic relationship, revealing ambivalence and a range of reasons. 21 hours

Here Are the Most Amazing Things to Observe During a Solar Eclipse

SPACE.COM All sorts of spooky and downright amazing things happen during a solar eclipse, and knowing what to look for makes the experience even better. All sorts of spooky and downright amazing things happen during a solar eclipse, and knowing what to look for makes the experience even better. 19 hours

Why the Human Eye Sees a Solar Eclipse Better Than a Camera

SPACE.COM Here's a look at how the human eye works and why seeing an eclipse in person is so much better than looking at one... Here's a look at how the human eye works and why seeing an eclipse in person is so much better than looking at one in pictures. 19 hours

Medical News Today: Perception, not reality, of spending habits could lead to marital conflict

MNT A new study suggests that when it comes to marital conflict, the perceptions we have of our partners' spending habits... A new study suggests that when it comes to marital conflict, the perceptions we have of our partners' spending habits may be more significant than reality. 21 hours

Medical News Today: Schizophrenia: Common amino acid could hold key, study finds

MNT A new in vivo study suggesting that a common amino acid is linked to schizophrenia brings hope that this discovery could lead to novel... A new in vivo study suggesting that a common amino acid is linked to schizophrenia brings hope that this discovery could lead to novel treatments. 21 hours

Eclipse watchers will go after the biggest solar mystery: Why is the corona so hot?

SCIENCE-NEWS Usually when you move away from a heat source, it gets cooler. Not so in the sun’s atmosphere. Usually when you move away from a heat source, it gets cooler. Not so in the sun’s atmosphere. 20 hours

NASA's Epic Voyager Mission at 40: Q&A with Lead Scientist Ed Stone

SPACE.COM Voyager project scientist Ed Stone discusses the greatest achievements of the epic mission, which lifted off 40 years ago today (Aug. 20). Voyager project scientist Ed Stone discusses the greatest achievements of the epic mission, which lifted off 40 years ago today (Aug. 20). 20 hours

Why an Eclipse Is Better Viewed from Earth: An Astronaut's Perspective

SPACE.COM During my mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), I shot what I was told was the first astronaut video of a partial eclipse. During my mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), I shot what I was told was the first astronaut video of a partial eclipse. 20 hours

Tips for Safe Eclipse Viewing…from Someone Who Learned the Hard Way

SPACE.COM Get out and enjoy the solar eclipse on Aug. 21, but be sure to protect your eyes, or suffer potentially devastating effects. Get out and enjoy the solar eclipse on Aug. 21, but be sure to protect your eyes, or suffer potentially devastating effects. 19 hours

Getting To The Core Of Exercises Said To Strengthen 'Mum Tum'

NPR NPR listeners had lots of questions after our story about diastasis recti, a medical condition of abdominal muscles that's common among new moms. Many wanted to... NPR listeners had lots of questions after our story about diastasis recti, a medical condition of abdominal muscles that's common among new moms. Many wanted to know more about how to fix the problem. 22 hours

Why do couples split up? And why do they stay together?

MNT A new study examines the complex decision-making process of ending or continuing a romantic relationship, revealing ambivalence and a range of reasons. A new study examines the complex decision-making process of ending or continuing a romantic relationship, revealing ambivalence and a range of reasons. 21 hours

Perception, not reality, of spending habits could lead to marital conflict

MNT A new study suggests that when it comes to marital conflict, the perceptions we have of our partners' spending habits may be more significant than reality. A new study suggests that when it comes to marital conflict, the perceptions we have of our partners' spending habits may be more significant than reality. 21 hours

Solar Eclipse 2017 in Idaho: Totality From Rexburg

SPACE.COM Space.com's Calla Cofield is headed to Rexburg, Idaho to witness the total solar eclipse in a small town. Space.com's Calla Cofield is headed to Rexburg, Idaho to witness the total solar eclipse in a small town. 1 day

NASA's Parker Probe Will Explore The Sun's Hellish Atmosphere in 2018

SPACE.COM During the total solar eclipse, skywatchers can see the corona: the hellish, mysterious outer atmosphere that NASA plans to probe in 2018. During the total solar eclipse, skywatchers can see the corona: the hellish, mysterious outer atmosphere that NASA plans to probe in 2018. 1 day

H-IIA Rocket Launches Third Japanese Navigation Satellite

ASTRO WATCH Lifting off from the sea-side Tanegashima Space Center, Japan’s H-IIA rocket launched the Asian country’s latest GPS augmentation satellite for the Quasi-Zenith... Lifting off from the sea-side Tanegashima Space Center, Japan’s H-IIA rocket launched the Asian country’s latest GPS augmentation satellite for the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS). The launch took place at 1:29 a.m. EDT (5:29 GMT) Aug 19, 2017.Originally, the rocket... 1 day

Physicist Hawking criticizes UK health secretary on service

ABC NEWS Noted physicist Stephen Hawking has criticized Britain's health secretary for his use of scientific evidence to support changes in the National Health Service Noted physicist Stephen Hawking has criticized Britain's health secretary for his use of scientific evidence to support changes in the National Health Service 2 days

WATCH: Myths about the solar eclipse from a health perspective

ABC NEWS Find out if babies and pets need protective glasses during the event. Find out if babies and pets need protective glasses during the event. 2 days

Medical News Today: First aid for stroke: What do you do?

MNT When someone suffers a stroke, it can be very distressing. Knowing what to do can make all the difference to preserving the persons health. When someone suffers a stroke, it can be very distressing. Knowing what to do can make all the difference to preserving the persons health. 2 days

How to View a Solar Eclipse Without Damaging Your Eyes

SPACE.COM Here are guidelines for watching the Aug. 21, 2017 total solar eclipse, including when it is safe to remove your eclipse glasses. Here are guidelines for watching the Aug. 21, 2017 total solar eclipse, including when it is safe to remove your eclipse glasses. 2 days

Atlas V Successfully Launches NASA’s TDRS-M Satellite

ASTRO WATCH A United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket carrying the NASA’s Tracking Data and Relay Satellite-M (TDRS-M) lifted off from Space Launch... A United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket carrying the NASA’s Tracking Data and Relay Satellite-M (TDRS-M) lifted off from Space Launch Complex-41 Aug. 18 at 8:29 a.m. EDT. The TDRS-M is the third and final mission in the series... 2 days

Astrophysicist Predicts Detached Eclipsing White Dwarfs to Merge Into an Exotic Star

ASTRO WATCH A University of Oklahoma astrophysicist, Mukremin Kilic, and his team have discovered two detached, eclipsing double white dwarf binaries with orbital periods of 40... A University of Oklahoma astrophysicist, Mukremin Kilic, and his team have discovered two detached, eclipsing double white dwarf binaries with orbital periods of 40 and 46 minutes, respectively. White dwarfs are the remnants of Sun-like stars, many of which are... 2 days

Spacewalk Goes into Overtime as Cosmonauts Deploy Satellites, Collect Science

ASTRO WATCH The two cosmonauts on board the International Space Station donned spacesuits and stepped outside the outpost... The two cosmonauts on board the International Space Station donned spacesuits and stepped outside the outpost for the 43rd Russian segment-based extravehicular activity (EVA). The Aug. 17, 2017, spacewalk lasted more than an hour longer than planned for a total... 2 days

Seeking the secret ingredient in the original smallpox vaccine

SCIENCE DAILY Thanks to a secret vaccine ingredient as well as a net of worldwide researchers and successful vaccination campaigns, smallpox was finally eradicated in 1977. A new study provides an in-depth... Thanks to a secret vaccine ingredient as well as a net of worldwide researchers and successful vaccination campaigns, smallpox was finally eradicated in 1977. A new study provides an in-depth investigation of the mysteries associated with the development of smallpox... 2 days

New Bioimaging technique is fast and economical

SCIENCE DAILY A new approach to optical imaging makes it possible to quickly and economically monitor multiple molecular interactions in a large area of living tissue -- such as an organ or a small animal; technology... A new approach to optical imaging makes it possible to quickly and economically monitor multiple molecular interactions in a large area of living tissue -- such as an organ or a small animal; technology that could have applications in medical... 2 days

Medical News Today: How to treat your sunburned lips

MNT Why do lips burn easily and how can sunburned lips be treated at home? What are the symptoms of sunburned lips and when should a doctor be consulted? Why do lips burn easily and how can sunburned lips be treated at home? What are the symptoms of sunburned lips and when should a doctor be consulted? 2 days

Eclipse research: Following in the moon's slipstream to capture high-res sunspot images

SCIENCE DAILY While much of the research around the eclipse on Monday will focus on the effects of the Sun's brief, daytime disappearance on Earth and... While much of the research around the eclipse on Monday will focus on the effects of the Sun's brief, daytime disappearance on Earth and its atmosphere, a group of solar physicists will be leveraging the rare event to capture a... 2 days

Does the corona look different when solar activity is high versus when it’s low?

SCIENCE-NEWS VIDEO Carbondale, Ill., will get two eclipses in a row, seven years apart — making it the perfect spot to watch... Carbondale, Ill., will get two eclipses in a row, seven years apart — making it the perfect spot to watch the solar cycle in action. 2 days

Solar eclipse presents first major test of power grid in renewable era

REUTERS HOUSTON (Reuters) - As Monday's total solar eclipse sweeps from Oregon to South Carolina, U.S. electric power and grid operators will be glued to... HOUSTON (Reuters) - As Monday's total solar eclipse sweeps from Oregon to South Carolina, U.S. electric power and grid operators will be glued to their monitoring systems in what for them represents the biggest test of the renewable energy era. 2 days

Millions of Americans to gaze upon Monday's once-in-a-lifetime eclipse

REUTERS (Reuters) - Twilight will fall at midday on Monday, stars will glimmer and birds will roost in an... (Reuters) - Twilight will fall at midday on Monday, stars will glimmer and birds will roost in an eerie stillness as millions of Americans and visitors witness the first total solar eclipse to traverse the United States from coast to... 2 days

Medical News Today: Phytophotodermatitis: Symptoms, treatment, and causes

MNT Phytophotodermatitis is a reaction on the skin, caused by the combined exposure to certain plants and sunlight. Learn about the symptoms and treatments. Phytophotodermatitis is a reaction on the skin, caused by the combined exposure to certain plants and sunlight. Learn about the symptoms and treatments. 2 days

50 Years of Solar Eclipses from Space In Astronaut Photos

SPACE.COM See amazing photos of solar eclipses from space as seen by astronauts and cosmonauts over the last 50 years. See amazing photos of solar eclipses from space as seen by astronauts and cosmonauts over the last 50 years. 2 days

Music for a Solar Eclipse: Kronos Quartet Will Serenade the Event in Real Time

SPACE.COM The Aug. 21 total solar eclipse will have musical accompaniment at the Exploratorium science museum in San Francisco, featuring the... The Aug. 21 total solar eclipse will have musical accompaniment at the Exploratorium science museum in San Francisco, featuring the acclaimed Kronos Quartet. 2 days

How Astronomers Use Eclipses to Discover Alien Worlds

SPACE.COM Imagine you attached keen instruments to a telescope and you rocketed a few light-years away from the solar system. And instead of observing the sun-moon eclipse, you stared at the sun as... Imagine you attached keen instruments to a telescope and you rocketed a few light-years away from the solar system. And instead of observing the sun-moon eclipse, you stared at the sun as the Earth meandered in its orbit. 2 days

Turn Your Smartphone into an Eclipse Tool Kit with Essential Apps

SPACE.COM With the right apps installed, your smartphone or tablet can be a powerful tool for planning and enjoying the Great American Solar Eclipse. With the right apps installed, your smartphone or tablet can be a powerful tool for planning and enjoying the Great American Solar Eclipse. 2 days

Total Solar Eclipse Aug. 21, 2017: Live Webcasts from NASA & More

SPACE.COM NASA will follow the total solar eclipse live Aug. 21 as it crosses the United States from ground, aircraft, balloon and spacecraft, beginning at... NASA will follow the total solar eclipse live Aug. 21 as it crosses the United States from ground, aircraft, balloon and spacecraft, beginning at 12 p.m. EDT (1600 GMT). 2 days

Here's What It's Like to Be the Planetary Protection Officer at NASA

SPACE.COM John Rummel, a biology professor at East Carolina University, reflects on his experiences as NASA's planetary protection officer, a job that requires a lot... John Rummel, a biology professor at East Carolina University, reflects on his experiences as NASA's planetary protection officer, a job that requires a lot of science, but no alien combat. 2 days

Here's How to Watch the Great American Solar Eclipse Live

LIVE SCIENCE It's finally here! The Great American Solar Eclipse will cast a fascinating darkness in the so-called path of totality that stretches from Oregon to South Carolina, obscuring the... It's finally here! The Great American Solar Eclipse will cast a fascinating darkness in the so-called path of totality that stretches from Oregon to South Carolina, obscuring the sun's light as the moon passes between Earth and its closest star. 2 days