Rachel Feltman: These days, science and magic are generally thought of as being diametrically opposed: fact versus fiction, reason versus fantasy, modern sensibilities versus archaic misconceptions.

The University of Texas at Arlington Library and the Medieval Science and Technology class are collaborating on a special eclipse exhibition. Editor’s note: This story is part of The Dallas Morning ...

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The star T CrB flares up every 80 years. A document from 1217 could help confirm its regularity. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.