There are three types of lunar eclipses depending on how the sun, Earth and moon are aligned at the time of the event. During a total lunar eclipse, the lunar surface turns a rusty red color ...

A new moon occurs when the moon is directly between Earth and the sun, with its shadowed side pointing towards us. You can see a new moon when it crosses the face of the sun during a solar eclipse.

Most of the Western Hemisphere should see the moon change color as it passes through the darkest part of Earth’s shadow, or umbra, according to NASA. When the moon passes through this part of ...

Skywatchers across the world will witness the first total lunar eclipse in three years. Here’s who will have the best views—and what gives the moon its eerie red tint. People gather to watch a ...