Everything about the 2024 solar eclipse you need to know

A total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada on April 8, the likes of which won't return to the continent until 2044.This special astronomical phenomenon happens when the moon lines up between the sun and Earth in space, completely blocking the face of the sun for a brief period and exposing the sun's corona. It can confuse wildlife and gobsmack even the most informed audience."It gives you that sense of place, that sense of belonging, and al