{
  "id": 549915,
  "title": "How to watch a solar eclipse safely: tips here",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/how-to-watch-a-solar-eclipse-safely-tips-here",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-08-11T09:00:07.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "EarthSky",
    "slug": "earthsky",
    "url": "https://earthsky.org/astronomy-essentials/how-to-watch-a-solar-eclipse-safely/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "For those planning to witness the August 12, 2026, total solar eclipse, safety is paramount. Do not look directly at the sun without proper eye protection, as unprotected vision can lead to permanent damage. Avoid using sunglasses, polaroid filters, smoked glass, exposed color film, X-ray film, or photographic neutral density filters.\n\nInstead, consider these safe techniques to observe the sun and the eclipse. If you possess a telescope, install a safe commercial solar filter on the sky end to view sunspots or a solar eclipse. These filters allow safe observation without directly looking at the sun.\n\nAlternatively, create a pinhole projector using household items such as a colander, slotted spoon, or even fingers crossed. The sun's image will be projected onto a flat surface, creating a unique and safe viewing experience. You can also use a commercial pinhole projector like the Sunspotter, which projects an enlarged image of the sun onto a piece of paper, allowing multiple people to safely view the eclipse simultaneously.\n\nCertified eclipse glasses are another safe option for viewing solar eclipses. They are easy to use and available online or at local nature centers and museums. Remember, viewing a solar eclipse with others, such as at an astronomy club, park, or nature center, not only provides a fun and educational experience but also offers a great view of the celestial event.",
  "summary": "Here are some great tips to watch a solar eclipse safely in a variety of ways, using filters, pinhole cameras and other viewing methods. The post How to watch a solar eclipse safely: tips here first appeared on EarthSky .",
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      {
        "outlet": "Tempo.co English",
        "title": "How and Where to Watch Solar Eclipse and the Perseids in Canada",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/how-and-where-to-watch-solar-eclipse-and-the-perseids-in-canada",
        "published": "2026-08-11T12:02:44.000Z"
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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."
}