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'Total Eclipse Of The Heart' - Data reveals most popular songs played during this week's solar eclipse

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Rare eclipse plunges parts of Europe into darkness

Skywatchers across Europe gathered to watch a rare solar eclipse, using protective glasses as the Moon passed in front of the Sun.

Climate

Don't throw away your eclipse glasses: How to donate, reuse or recycle

Be a responsible consumer by following expert advice on what to do with your glasses now the eclipse is over.

Europe

Solar eclipse plunges large swathe of Spain into total darkness

The eclipse, a first in mainland Europe since 2006, also cast its shadow through parts of Greenland, racing south to smother part of Iceland before arcing across the Atlantic Ocean towards northern Spain.

Europe

Total Solar Eclipse: what will happen in the year's stellar spectacle?

Maximum totality will occur off Iceland’s west coast. By the time it reaches a small patch of Portugal and then Spain with its massive crowds, totality will have dwindled to a minute or so. The spectacle will end in the Mediterranean.

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Europe scrambles for eclipse glasses as solar power output set to dip

Shops and opticians across Europe are running short of certified eclipse glasses ahead of Wednesday’s total solar eclipse, with queues forming in Paris, London and Brussels as demand surges.

Culture news

'You want it darker?' The ideal total solar eclipse playlist is here

Mainland Europe experiences its full solar eclipse in two decades tonight. The Euronews Culture team picks the 10 songs you need to listen to when darkness falls...

Earth News

Solar eclipse: protective glasses in short supply across France

On Wednesday 12 August, a solar eclipse will be visible in parts of Europe. The much-anticipated event means shops selling protective glasses are being overrun.

Health news

How to protect your eyes while watching the solar eclipse

As thousands of people prepare to watch a solar eclipse on 12 August, eye-health experts are urging viewers to use proper protective eyewear to avoid potentially serious damage to their vision.

Travel News

Bookings spike for solar eclipse in Europe. How to still get a room

Unlike most travel trends, eclipse demand is remarkably concentrated in a brief period and geographic zone.

Moments

This ultra-exclusive solar eclipse trip can be yours… for €200,000

Meliá Hotels International’s travel package to the Balearic Islands for August’s total solar eclipse is so exclusive that it's only available for one booking at each of its two hotels. The package includes flights on a private jet, a stay in a presidential suite, and a viewing experience at sea.

Moments

Raves, cruises and train rides: Where to watch the 2026 eclipse

On 12 August, those in the path of totality will be plunged into darkness for up to two minutes.

Culture news

Fancy joining Björk for this year’s total solar eclipse?

Billed as the Echolalia Festival, the one-day event sits in the path of totality of the total solar eclipse on 12 August.

Travel News

Can't decide where to go in 2026? Let your horoscope guide you

Fourty-three per cent of travellers would reconsider trips based on a horoscope warning, according to one survey.

Europe

Two European satellites from Proba-3 mission mimic total solar eclipse

Dubbed Proba-3, the $210 million (€181 million) mission has generated 10 successful solar eclipses so far during the ongoing checkout phase.

Space

Skygazers across Europe witness partial solar eclipse

A partial solar eclipse was visible across Europe on Saturday, as well as western Africa, eastern North America and northern Asia.

Space

How to watch the partial solar eclipse in Europe this weekend

The Moon will take a bite out of the Sun on Saturday and will be visible around the Northern Hemisphere, including across Europe. Here's what to know.

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