The first solar eclipse of 2026 is less than a month away, and it's set to treat observers to a “ring of fire” spectacle. On February 17, 2026, at 09:56 am UTC, the Moon will pass directly between the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. Between layers of clouds, a partial solar eclipse is seen at ...

The first solar eclipse of 2026 is set to occur on February 17, marking a visually striking celestial event known as an annular solar eclipse. Often referred to as the “ring of fire” eclipse, this ...

An unusual set of celestial circumstances comes together Sunday for skywatchers in Europe, Africa and the Americas, where a total lunar eclipse may be glimpsed, offering a view of a large, red Moon.