solar eclipse

On Thursday morning, NYC got a front-row view of a stunning "ring of fire" solar eclipse. Missed it? Here are some photos.

The images were taken from the International Space Station.

"We're so used to seeing something with technology or photos from the Hubble Space Telescope. But this is something we can see with our own eyes."

Times Square really did become a sort of Crossroads of the World this afternoon, as hundreds of tourists and locals gathered to watch the solar eclipse.

"It does meet my expectations," one Upper West Side resident conceded.

With only a few hours left before a total solar eclipse hits North America, multiple retailers are recalling glasses due to safety concerns.

The screen of your cellphone camera will still reflect ultra-violet rays.

Also, don't look directly at the sun.

Plus a few scholarly options without alcohol.

The solar eclipse is rare, and highly anticipated, but will we see it in NYC? We asked the AMNH scientists.