Learn more about two of the earliest reports of a total solar eclipse and corona, which were recorded in China, and solve several mysteries about our ancient Solar System.

Before modern science had a true understanding of what a solar eclipse is and how they work, ancient cultures had to form their own beliefs over what happened during this brief, but awesome, event.

An international group of researchers has reexamined the earliest written account of a total solar eclipse, dating back to 709 BCE, by combining historical geography and modern astronomy. Their study ...