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August 12 solar eclipse: Europe set for first total eclipse in 27 years

August 12 solar eclipse: Europe set for first total eclipse in 27 years

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…

This day in space: NASA launched first communications satellite in 1960

This day in space: NASA launched first communications satellite in 1960

On August 12, 1960, NASA launched Echo 1A, a 100-foot balloon that became its first successful communications satellite. The passive spacecraft reflected telephone, radio and television signals between distant points on Earth. It also…

Tourists rush to Iceland to witness rare total solar eclipse

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Tourists rush to Iceland to witness rare total solar eclipse

Iceland is preparing for a total solar eclipse with hundreds of visitors expected in the country.

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'Bonkers' to fund climate disaster recovery but not prevention - local government leader

A Climate Change Commission report found delays in adapting to climate change are leaving communities exposed to future damage and costs.

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Solar eclipse: in France, protective glasses in high demand

Solar eclipse: in France, protective glasses in high demand

This Wednesday 12 August, a solar eclipse will be visible across parts of Europe. The eagerly awaited event requires eye protection, and shops selling viewing glasses are already crowded.

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.

Solar eclipse: protective glasses in high demand in France

Solar eclipse: protective glasses in high demand in France

On Wednesday 12 August a solar eclipse will be visible across parts of Europe. The eagerly awaited event requires precautions, and shops selling protective glasses are already being besieged.

Samuel Alito gained up to $2.9m from oil and gas assets since joining supreme court, analysis shows

Samuel Alito gained up to $2.9m from oil and gas assets since joining supreme court, analysis shows

Critics argue US high court justice should recuse himself from upcoming fossil fuel firms’ climate accountability case Supreme court justice Samuel Alito gained up to $2.9m from his fossil fuel interests between 2005 and 2024, a new review…

Kiwi investors rushed into SpaceX. Here’s what the hype has, and could still, cost them

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Kiwi investors rushed into SpaceX. Here’s what the hype has, and could still, cost them

SpaceX tells us a lot about how the investor’s mind works.

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Agrinas urged to build palm oil ecosystem with cooperatives

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Agrinas urged to build palm oil ecosystem with cooperatives

Cooperatives Minister Ferry Juliantono has urged state-owned enterprise PT Agrinas Palma Nusantara to develop a ...

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‘Real struggle’ to tame New Forest blaze as UK set for hottest summer on record

‘Real struggle’ to tame New Forest blaze as UK set for hottest summer on record

Key tourist route closed and residents rallying round as battle against wildfire expected to go on for several days The battle to contain a large wildfire spreading across the New Forest will go on for several days, experts have said, as…

How to protect your eyes while watching the solar eclipse

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.