Worried that watching the eclipse damaged your eyes? Don’t panic Eye damage is rare and sometimes temporary, but it never hurts to get it checked. Read more on NPR

Solar eclipse myths and rumors bubble up, from radiation to food poisoning NASA debunks these and other myths: Will a solar eclipse harm a pregnant woman’s baby if she looks at it? Does an eclipse emit special radiation that can instantly blind you? Read more on NPR

Solar eclipse myths and rumors bubble up, from radiation to food poisoning NASA debunks these and other myths: Will a solar eclipse harm a pregnant woman’s baby if she looks at it? Does an eclipse emit special radiation that can instantly blind you? Read more on NPR

Hungry for eclipse deals? These food and drink chains have you covered Food and beverage franchises are celebrating the eclipse with discounts and special offers for customers across the U.S., regardless of whether they’re in the path of totality. Read more on NPR

Hungry for eclipse deals? These food and drink chains have you covered Food and beverage franchises are celebrating the eclipse with discounts and special offers for customers across the U.S., regardless of whether they’re in the path of totality. Read more on NPR

Mexico’s beach party is excited to see the eclipse first emerge The Mexican city of Mazatlán is the first place the total solar eclipse will be visible as it emerges over the Pacific Ocean today, and the weather here is perfect. Read more on NPR

Held Hostage by Hamas for 51 Days Aviva Siegel was among the more than 200 Israelis taken hostage by Hamas on October 7th. She was held 51 days before being released. Her husband, Keith, who is a U.S. citizen, is still being held in Gaza. We hear about Aviva Siegel’s time in captivity and her…

Brazil’s Supreme Court judge opens an investigation of Elon Musk over misinformation A Brazilian Supreme Court justice included Elon Musk as a target in an ongoing investigation over the dissemination of fake news and opened a separate investigation into Musk for alleged obstruction. Read more on NPR

Americans await the eclipse, with glasses secured and fingers crossed for clear skies The eclipse is fast approaching the U.S. Cities and states in the path of totality have issued emergency declarations to help manage traffic, and meteorologists are readying their final forecasts. Read more on NPR