The research team scoured the 12 th century C.E. Dresden Codex—a rare, fully preserved Maya book known for its eclipse table.

More than a thousand years ago, astronomers from the Maya civilization developed one of the most sophisticated time-keeping ...

New research reveals how Mayan astronomers built a precise eclipse prediction system using complex lunar mathematics.

The Maya Civilization, from Central America, was one of the most advanced ancient civilizations, known for its significant achievements in astronomy and mathematics. This includes accurate calendars ...

The Maya civilization possessed the remarkable ability to forecast solar eclipses with stunning accuracy for over 700 years, using nothing more than careful observation and mathematical genius. A ...

The next lunar eclipse is around the corner, meaning some around the world will be privy to the uncommon phenomenon that turns the moon a striking red color. The upcoming lunar eclipse, which happens ...

A 13th-century manuscript sits under glass, its bark-paper pages filled with vivid glyphs and cryptic figures, in a quiet ...

The moon will appear a striking red color for millions of people around the world thanks to a total lunar eclipse in the first weekend of September — but sadly, it won't be visible from the United ...

A blood moon will rise as the result of a total lunar eclipse this weekend Another total lunar eclipse occurred this year on March 13, 2025 The next total lunar eclipse that will be visible in the U.S ...