Near-Total Lunar Eclipse Visible Across North America Thursday Night
Core Summary According to NASA, a near-total lunar eclipse will illuminate North American skies this Thursday evening. The Moon will pass through Earth’s umbra, creating a spectacular “Blood Moon” phenomenon. This is one of the most significant astronomical events visible from North America in 2026, observable with the naked eye in areas with clear weather conditions. Event Details As reported by NBC News, the eclipse will begin Thursday evening Eastern Time and last several hours. During totality, the Moon completely enters Earth’s shadow, with sunlight refracted through the atmosphere giving the lunar surface a reddish or coppery hue—hence the term “Blood Moon.” ...