"Warning: Identifying Safe Eclipse Glasses Amidst Mislabeling and Refunds"

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"Warning: Identifying Safe Eclipse Glasses Amidst Mislabeling and Refunds"
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The University of Kentucky issued a warning after realizing that their campus libraries had been distributing eclipse glasses that were not approved for safe use, prompting a call for students and others to dispose of them immediately. The glasses, made by the company Biniki, falsely claimed approval by the American Astronomical Society. Looking at an eclipse without proper protection can cause solar retinopathy, leading to permanent eye damage, so it's crucial to ensure that eclipse glasses are labeled "ISO 12312-2" and pass a light test before use.

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