{
  "id": 745161,
  "title": "Near total solar eclipse takes place in central London",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/near-total-solar-eclipse-takes-place-in-central-london",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-08-13T07:49:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/near-total-solar-eclipse-takes-place-in-central-london-1.500639507"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A near-total solar eclipse was witnessed over Westminster in central London on August 12, 2026. The Moon passed between Earth and the Sun, obscuring more than 90% of the Sun's disk. The rare celestial phenomenon cast a noticeably darker sky across the city. Spectators gathered in various locations to marvel at the sight, creating dramatic views of the partially eclipsed Sun against London's famous skyline.",
  "summary": "Dubai: A near-total solar eclipse was visible over Westminster in central London, as the Moon passed directly between Earth and the Sun, blocking more than 90 per cent of the Sun’s disk. The rare celestial event briefly transformed daylight conditions, with the sky taking on a noticeably darker appearance. People gathered across the capital to witness the spectacle, creating striking views of the…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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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."
}