{
  "id": 268636,
  "title": "Solar Eclipse 2026: Heres what North America will see, when it will happen",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/07/solar-eclipse-2026-heres-what-north-america-will-see-when-it-will",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-08-07T14:30:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/science/august-solar-eclipse-2026-when-where-livestream-details"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "North America will witness a partial solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, offering a spectacle for those interested in celestial events. This celestial phenomenon will differ from the total solar eclipse visible in parts of Europe. The eclipse will be visible across various regions in North America, including Alaska, Canada, and parts of the northern U.S. The peak viewing times for different regions will vary, with Anchorage, Alaska, experiencing it at 8:21 a.m. ET and Washington, D.C., at around 1:53 p.m. ET.\n\nTo safely observe the solar eclipse, it's crucial to use certified eclipse glasses that adhere to the ISO 12312-2 international safety standard. Regular sunglasses and unfiltered optical devices like binoculars or telescopes are not suitable for viewing the Sun. In addition to local viewing opportunities, NASA is providing a livestream of the eclipse on platforms such as YouTube, Twitch, X, Amazon Prime, Facebook, Instagram, and NASA+.",
  "summary": "Solar eclipse 2026: When is it, how to see it in North America",
  "key_points": [
    "North America to witness partial solar eclipse on August 12, 2026",
    "Visible across Alaska, Canada, and northern U.S. regions",
    "Safety guidelines: use ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}