Solar Eclipse Draws Millions Across UK and Europe
💡 Why it matters
The event temporarily united millions in shared wonder and strained local infrastructure in Spain already battling heat and wildfires.
A total solar eclipse was visible across western Europe on August 12, 2026, drawing millions of viewers in the UK, Spain, and Iceland. In Cornwall, crowds gathered at scenic spots like Sennen Cove to witness the once-in-a-generation phenomenon.
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globalnews.ca
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