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[ad_1] TOTAL SOLAR eclipses have awed people since time out of mind. The first record of one, preserved on a clay tablet found at Ugarit, now in Syria, is believed from its age and location to describe either an eclipse that happened in 1375 BC or one in 1223 BC. Legendary explanations for eclipses include the Sun being eaten by dogs, frogs or dragons. The reality is more prosaic.…

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Nasa on Monday playfully poked fun at itself during the total solar eclipse visible in North America. The Nasa ‘Moon’ account, dedicated to lunar science and exploration updates, posted a meme featuring the X profile of its counterpart, Nasa Sun and Space.“Oops, I did it again,” quipped Nasa Moon on X, sharing the meme alongside a closed-mouth smiling emoji.Monday witnessed a rare and eagerly awaited solar…

[ad_1] MESQUITE: A chilly, midday darkness fell across North America on Monday as a total solar eclipse raced across the continent, thrilling those lucky enough to behold the spectacle through clear skies.Street lights blinked on and the planets came into view, as the moon shrouded the sun for a few minutes across the land. Dogs howled, frogs croaked and some people wept, all part of the eclipse mania gripping…

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8 has sparked a surge in Airbnb bookings along its path of totality, with 90% of properties already booked in United States, as reported by USA Today. Interest peaked on March 26, as searches for accommodations soared by 1000% compared to last year, as per the report.Hosts have seen a flood of enquiries stretching back years, highlighting the long-awaited…