Total solar eclipse set to darken the sun in Antarctica: How to watch

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The total solar eclipse will reach its greatest extent at around 07:33 GMT. It will only be visible for viewers near the coast of the Ronne Ice Shelf. A partial solar eclipse is also expected to grace areas of Australia, Chile and NZ. The next total eclipse will occur on April 8, 2024 over the Americas.

8 months ago·Washington, United States

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Total Solar Eclipse Plunges Antarctica Into Darkness

A total solar eclipse plunged Antarctica from summer into darkness early Saturday in a rare astronomical spectacle witnessed by a handful of scientists and thrill-seekers -- and countless penguins. "The visibility was excellent," said Raul Cordero of the University of Santiago de Chile (USACH), who was on site to witness "totality" at 0746 GMT, with the "ring of fire" phase lasting just over 40 seconds.

8 months ago·United States

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The Washington Post

Total solar eclipse to bring black sun, sudden nightfall to Antarctica

It’s the last solar eclipse until 2023, but precious few will be in position to see it.

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South China Morning Post

Total solar eclipse plunges Antarctica into darkness

A total solar eclipse plunged Antarctica from summer into darkness early Saturday in a rare astronomical spectacle witnessed by a handful of scientists and thrill-seekers – and countless penguins.“The visibility was excellent,” said Raul Cordero of the University of Santiago de Chile (USACH), who was on site to witness “totality” at 0746 GMT, with the “Ring of Fire” phase lasting just over 40 seconds.Solar eclipses occur when the Moon passes bet…

8 months ago·Hong Kong

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Total solar eclipse plunges Antarctica into darkness

A total solar eclipse plunged Antarctica from summer into darkness early today in a rare astronomical spectacle witnessed by a handful of scientists and thrill-seekers - and countless penguins.

8 months ago·Ireland

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