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Preparations for the Total Solar Eclipse on August 12

Instructions for using special glasses and the mythological history of solar eclipses.

9 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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On August 12, a total solar eclipse will occur, and it is crucial to use special glasses to observe it safely. According to an article by El País, guidelines are provided on how to properly use these glasses to enjoy the phenomenon and ensure they meet all safety requirements.

Additionally, the event has sparked interest in ancient mythological interpretations of eclipses, which varied among societies. As noted by 20minutos, from dragons in China to Ragnarok in Norse mythology, solar eclipses were seen as harbingers of fear and uncertainty in ancient times.

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