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UH Moment: UH Observatory Ready To Explore The Sky

Greg Ortiz

Posted on August 23, 2017 · “The general public can come out on public viewing nights throughout the year and view things from the solar system.”

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From Coast To Coast, A Solar Eclipse Crosses The U.S.

NPR Live Blog

Posted on August 21, 2017 · Use our NPR live blog to stay up to date on all information from today's eclipse.

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Solar Eclipse Provides Some Business Opportunities

Florian Martin

Posted on August 21, 2017 · Houston will experience a partial eclipse, so special glasses are likely in high demand.

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HPM Friday playlist

A Playlist For The Solar Eclipse

Houston Public Media Staff

Posted on August 18, 2017 · As we gear up to view the solar eclipse, let's get spaced out to these songs that are some of the greatest hits in the galaxy.

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Houston Matters

How A Solar Eclipse Works

Abner Fletcher

Posted on August 18, 2017 · A scientist from the Lunar and Planetary Institute explains how a solar eclipse works.

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How Eclipses Changed History

Ryan Kellman, NPR / Adam Cole, NPR

Posted on August 16, 2017 · Newton and Einstein had big ideas, but needed an eclipse to prove them. And scientists are still pursuing secrets of the universe one eclipse at a time.

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Planning To Watch The Eclipse? Here’s What You Need To Protect Your Eyes

Nell Greenfieldboyce, NPR

Posted on August 1, 2017 · A total solar eclipse is one of the most magnificent sights you can ever see. But you need the right kind of eye protection, and some of what's being sold out there isn't safe.

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