Got your eclipse glasses at the ready?
A sign in a shop in Falmouth, one of many in the town advising shoppers that no stock remains of solar eclipse glasses. Photograph: Hugh Hastings/Getty ImagesDo not fret if not. Not everyone is prepared like this guy.
Frenchman Leyssalle Anthony, 39, prepares a telescope to view the total solar eclipse from the beach, in Arija, Spain. Photograph: Borja Suárez/ReutersWe’ve got you covered.
Welcome to the live coverage of today’s total eclipse, which will be seen in parts of Europe, including Iceland, the UK, and Spain.
Over the coming hours, we’ll bring you:
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Tips on how to view the phenomenon safely
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First-hand reports from places where crowds are gathering
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A quick look at the science behind the shadow
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The best pictures and videos from key viewing spots
And yes, there will be a live stream, too.
It’s Wednesday, 12 August 2026, it’s Jakub Krupa here, and this is Europe Live.
Good afternoon.
