A total lunar eclipse happens when Earth blocks sunlight. The moon passes through Earth’s darkest shadow, called the umbra.

This will be the first total lunar eclipse since 2022, and it's a rare opportunity to witness While total lunar eclipses occur roughly every 1.5 years, they’re not always visible from a broad area.

Millions of Britons will see an ominous event light up the night sky this week as a rare blood moon rises over the UK. On Friday, skygazers accross the country will be able to see a stunning lunar ...

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In the UK, the full eclipse won't be visible from start to finish, but many areas can still catch the final phases as the Moon rises. Eastern England will enjoy the longest view of totality – Great ...

The blood moon is a much more rare occurrence than the annual strawberry moon. It's only visible during a total lunar eclipse, when the Earth lines up between the moon and sun, according to NASA.

The blood moon is a much more rare occurrence than the annual strawberry moon. It's only visible during a total lunar eclipse, when the Earth lines up between the moon and sun, according to NASA.