An April 5 Instagram video (direct link, archive link) shows a man talking about how he plans to view the April 8 total solar eclipse without protective glasses. "Are you looking at the eclipse with ...

Maybe you couldn't resist. The temptation to look at the solar eclipse without proper eye protection was strong for many people, and if you were among them, you may be wondering about the damage.

Monday’s total solar eclipse was over in the blink of an eye — but for some, the effects of the spectacle may last a while. Solar retinopathy or “eclipse blindness” can occur when staring at the sun ...