{
  "id": 597206,
  "title": "August 12 solar eclipse: Europe set for first total eclipse in 27 years",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/august-12-solar-eclipse-europe-set-for-first-total-eclipse-in-27-years",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-08-11T18:32:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/americans-nasa-wants-you-to-watch-august-12s-total-solar-eclipse-as-europe-will-/articleshow/133162267.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Europe is set to witness its first total solar eclipse in 27 years on August 12, 2026. The last total eclipse visible from central and western mainland Europe occurred 27 years prior, in 1999. NASA is urging Americans to tune in, as the event will also be livestreamed for those outside the path of totality. The Moon's shadow will traverse parts of Europe, including Iceland and northern Spain. The total eclipse, lasting up to 2 minutes and 18 seconds, will provide a rare opportunity for viewers to witness the Moon completely covering the Sun and the corona. While the United States will experience a partial solar eclipse, NASA will provide live coverage for viewers across the globe.",
  "summary": "Europe will witness its first total solar eclipse in twenty-seven years on August twelfth. Millions across Iceland and northern Spain will experience this rare celestial event. Nasa will livestream the eclipse for viewers outside the path of totality. Americans will see a partial eclipse, while Canada also observes it. This eclipse begins an unusual period of significant celestial occurrences.",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "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."
}