[CodeJockey]

I believe staring at the sun regardless of an eclipse or not is a no no.

[john drake]

Yep.

[erlayman]

It is just easier to look at during an eclipse because the sun is partially covered. Sunsets should still be fine unless you happen to be on the Arctic circle and are at high risk of getting UV rays bouncing off highly reflective snow surfaces.

[sunny bonobo]

I believe staring at the sun regardless of an eclipse or not is a no no.
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You can absolutely look at totality with no eye protection.But looking at a partial eclipse without eye protection is a no-no.

[Dutch Boy]

That’s one of the world’s first IQ tests. Stare at the sun, go blind, get eaten by something you could no longer see.