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NASA selects an image of the solar eclipse from Zaragoza as photo of the day

NASA has chosen an image of the solar eclipse that occurred on August 12 in Zaragoza as its featured photo.

14 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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NASA has selected an image of the solar eclipse that took place on August 12 in Zaragoza as its photo of the day. This astronomical phenomenon was notable as it marked the first of an unusual trio of eclipses set to occur again in 2027 and 2028.

Observers who experienced totality during the eclipse reported intense sensations, including a chill, the sudden stillness of birds, and a strange buzzing from insects. It was a moment of shared awe among attendees, underscoring the event's unique nature.

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