Solar eclipse craze grips Spain, Iceland as millions prepare for ‘event of the century’

Millions crowd cities to see Spain's first total solar eclipse in over a century

As the sky darkened, gradually at first and then quickly, people broke into applause and cheered. It was the Spain's first total solar eclipse in more than a century.

Aug 13, 2026

Europe solar eclipse live: millions flock to viewing spots in Spain, UK and Iceland

Eclipse to be witnessed by tens of millions across western Europe as enthusiasts gather along path of totality It’s nice of Bónus bosses to offer their employees a chance to go out and experience the eclipse. For all we know, there isn’t usually that much interest in supermarket shopping during the phenomenon – with Waitrose chief even complaining about it in 1999, the last time we had a solar eclipse in the UK… Continue reading...

Aug 12, 2026

Solar eclipse craze grips Spain, Iceland as millions prepare for ‘event of the century’

Historically, the sudden darkening of the sky was often interpreted as an omen, a cosmic struggle or a sign of divine power.

Aug 12, 2026