{
  "id": 429892,
  "title": "August’s total solar eclipse will sweep over Spain, Iceland and Greenland",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/10/augusts-total-solar-eclipse-will-sweep-over-spain-iceland-and",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-08-10T02:53:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Associated Press",
    "slug": "associated-press",
    "url": "https://apnews.com/article/total-solar-eclipse-sun-moon-0757e313d90c684f87163318ada5cf03"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A total solar eclipse, unseen in mainland Spain for over a century, will stretch across the Iberian Peninsula on August 12. The phenomenon, accompanied by a meteor shower and a parade of six planets, promises an extraordinary celestial display. The moon's shadow will traverse from the North Pole towards the equator, lasting up to two minutes and 18 seconds in total darkness. Encircling a course of 5,130 miles (8,260 kilometers), the shadow will pass over Greenland, Iceland, and sections of Portugal and Spain. The eclipse will then wane as it moves east, ultimately fading over the Mediterranean. The total eclipse will be visible from locations like Iceland's west coast, providing a breathtaking spectacle to those fortunate enough to witness it. Meanwhile, millions more will experience partial coverage, with varying degrees of sun obstruction ranging from 2% in Norfolk, Virginia, to 94% in Dublin. Special eclipse glasses are essential to safely view the event, even during moments of partial obscuration.",
  "summary": "For the first time in more than a century, a total solar eclipse is coming to mainland Spain with an even longer encore next summer. Toss in a crescendoing meteor shower and a six-planet parade on the same day, and the heavens…",
  "key_points": [
    "Total solar eclipse visible in Spain for first time in over a century",
    "Eclipse path covers Greenland, Iceland, and parts of Portugal and Spain",
    "Best viewing location: Iceland's west coast"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The rare celestial event offers a unique experience for those in its path, with some witnessing total darkness and millions more seeing partial coverage, requiring special safety precautions.",
  "illustration": "https://urgent.news/ill/429892.png",
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 10,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Euronews",
        "title": "A unique ninety seconds in the 21st century: Spain prepares for historic eclipse trio",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/10/a-unique-ninety-seconds-in-the-21st-century-spain-prepares-for",
        "published": "2026-08-10T03:55:09.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Olive Press",
        "title": "Spain urges wildfire caution as millions prepare to travel to see the total solar eclipse on Wednesday",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/10/spain-urges-wildfire-caution-as-millions-prepare-to-travel-to-see-the",
        "published": "2026-08-10T14:15:00.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Tempo.co English",
        "title": "Hotel Prices Soar as Spain Readies for Total Solar Eclipse",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/hotel-prices-soar-as-spain-readies-for-total-solar-eclipse",
        "published": "2026-08-11T16:28:25.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Smithsonian",
        "title": "A Total Solar Eclipse Is Coming to Spain. This Madrid Museum Is Celebrating With a Digital Artwork Illuminating Its Paintings ‘In the Light of the Eclipse’",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/a-total-solar-eclipse-is-coming-to-spain-this-madrid-museum-is",
        "published": "2026-08-11T21:08:08.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Guardian Science",
        "title": "‘It’s going to be spectacular’: Millions flock to Spain seeking best view of total solar eclipse",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/its-going-to-be-spectacular-millions-flock-to-spain-seeking-best-view",
        "published": "2026-08-12T04:00:18.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "RFI English",
        "title": "Total solar eclipse over Spain to draw millions of viewers across Europe",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/total-solar-eclipse-over-spain-to-draw-millions-of-viewers-across",
        "published": "2026-08-12T05:44:33.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "CNA - Business",
        "title": "Eclipse craze grips Spain, Iceland as millions get set for 'event of the century'",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/eclipse-craze-grips-spain-iceland-as-millions-get-set-for-event-of",
        "published": "2026-08-12T06:04:04.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Business Recorder",
        "title": "Eclipse craze grips Spain, Iceland as millions get set for 'event of the century'",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/eclipse-craze-grips-spain-iceland-as-millions-get-set-for-event-of-643161",
        "published": "2026-08-12T06:58:20.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Local Spain",
        "title": "How to check if your eclipse glasses in Spain are safe and certified",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/how-to-check-if-your-eclipse-glasses-in-spain-are-safe-and-certified",
        "published": "2026-08-12T07:15:54.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "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."
}