Solar eclipse glasses sell out: safe ways to watch
Solar eclipse glasses have sold out across the UK ahead of today's near-total eclipse, but there are safe indirect viewing methods you can use to watch the spectacle beginning at around 6pm.
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Solar eclipse 2026: UK timings and best locations to watch
A partial solar eclipse will be visible across the UK tonight, with over 90% of the Sun covered by the Moon for the first time in almost 30 years. Key timings and best locations revealed.
Solar eclipse glasses sold out – safe alternatives
Solar eclipse glasses have sold out across Scotland ahead of tonight's near-total eclipse. Experts urge safe viewing methods, including pinhole projectors and live broadcasts.
Solar eclipse to obscure over 90% of sun across UK Wednesday
A rare solar eclipse will be visible across the UK on Wednesday night, with over 90% of the sun obscured by the moon between 6.17pm and 8.06pm. Experts warn of eye damage risks and advise safe viewing methods.
Solar eclipse UK: Best places to watch tonight's partial eclipse
Tonight's partial solar eclipse is the best visible from the UK in 27 years, with up to 96% of the Sun obscured in western areas like Devon and Cornwall.
Solar Eclipse 2026: UK and Ireland Times and Safety Guide
On August 12, 2026, a partial solar eclipse will be visible across the UK and Ireland, with up to 96% of the Sun covered. Here are exact timings and safety tips.
PM chairs emergency Cobra meeting as UK faces 'national emergency' over wildfires
Prime Minister Andy Burnham chairs an emergency Cobra meeting as the UK battles record-breaking heat, widespread wildfires and drought, with temperatures forecast to hit 38C this week.
HMRC warns after first MTD quarterly deadline passes
HMRC has warned taxpayers who missed the first Making Tax Digital quarterly update deadline on August 7 to act now, as penalties are waived for late updates in the first year but the obligation remains.
Solar eclipse glasses sold out UK: safe viewing alternatives
Solar eclipse glasses have sold out across the UK, making delivery before tonight's near-total eclipse impossible, but safe alternatives exist.
Solar eclipse glasses sell out across UK – how to watch it without them
Solar eclipse glasses have sold out across the UK ahead of tonight's near-total eclipse. Experts warn against knock-offs and sunglasses, but there are safe ways to view it without glasses.
Burnham chairs Cobra as UK faces extreme heat emergency
Andy Burnham chairs Cobra meeting as UK faces extreme heat, wildfires, and drought, with temperatures forecast to hit 38C on Thursday.
Best time to see solar eclipse in Manchester today - guide
The UK will witness its most substantial solar eclipse for 50 years on 12 August 2026. In Manchester, 91% of the Sun will be covered, peaking at 7.10pm.
Stop Leaving Compost Outside or Risk Rats in Your Garden
Rats are common in August, but you can deter them by removing compost and firewood from under decking, says gardening expert Allan Jeffrey.
Eclipse glasses sell out as UK prepares for best solar eclipse
Specialist eclipse glasses have sold out at major retailers as Britons prepare for the best solar eclipse in decades, with over 90% of the sun obscured on Wednesday.
Burnham to chair emergency COBRA meeting amid heat wave
Andy Burnham will chair a COBRA meeting on Wednesday as extreme heat causes wildfires and drought, with temperatures forecast up to 38C.
Burnham chairs Cobra as UK braces for 38C heat
Andy Burnham will chair a Cobra meeting on Wednesday as the UK faces extreme heat, wildfires, and drought, with temperatures up to 38C forecast for Thursday.
UK Wi-Fi alert: Why you must check your broadband router now
Another UK heatwave is on the way, with temperatures possibly hitting 38C. Experts warn routers can overheat and shut down, so check yours is out of direct sunlight.
UK heatwave: Met Office warns of 38C and wildfire emergency
The Met Office warns of 38C heat and a wildfire national emergency as the UK faces its fifth heatwave, with amber alerts and drought conditions.
UK to witness near-total solar eclipse on Wednesday
Up to 95% of the sun will be obscured by the moon in parts of the UK on Wednesday, the fullest solar eclipse for 54 years. Experts urge safe viewing.
Next UK Total Solar Eclipse in 2090 After 2026 Event
A partial solar eclipse visible across the UK today, with up to 96% coverage. The next total solar eclipse from the UK won't occur until 2090.
Solar eclipse 2026: UK cities and best viewing times revealed
A partial solar eclipse will be visible across the UK on August 12, with up to 94% of the Sun covered in Exeter – the most significant since 1999.
UK solar eclipse: 94% coverage, next full one in 2081
A solar eclipse will obscure up to 96% of the sun in parts of the UK on Wednesday evening, the fullest until 2081. Plymouth sees 94.66% coverage at 7.16pm.
Blue Badge holders protected from wheel clamping, rules apply
Blue Badge holders are exempt from wheel clamping for on-street parking offences if the badge is displayed correctly. Misdisplaying it waives protection.
Colander trick to safely watch the solar eclipse tonight
Brits can watch the partial solar eclipse safely using a kitchen colander to project images, as specialists warn against looking directly at the sun.
UK heatwave: 38C forecast triggers wildfire emergency
Temperatures could hit 38C in the UK's fifth heatwave, prompting a wildfire 'national emergency' declaration and rare amber extreme heat warnings.
UK heatwave: 'National emergency' fears as temperatures soar to 38C
The Met Office has issued extreme heat warnings for 12 counties as temperatures could reach 38C, with a fire union leader declaring a wildfire 'national emergency'.
Scots partial eclipse: clouds may block view for many
Scotland's partial solar eclipse on Aug 12 may be clouded out for many, but eastern areas like Aberdeenshire have the best chance of clear skies, says Met Office.
UK braces for 38C as fifth heatwave sparks emergency fears
The UK faces its fifth heatwave with temperatures up to 38C, prompting rare amber warnings and a wildfire 'national emergency' declaration.
How to Watch the 2026 UK Solar Eclipse Without Glasses
A partial solar eclipse will be visible across the UK on August 12, 2026. Learn how to view it safely with a DIY pinhole projector or certified eclipse glasses.
Family 'lucky to walk away' from A1 crash; dual campaign grows
Michelle Birbeck, her mum, and daughter Emily escaped serious injury after a near head-on collision on the A1. The crash has renewed calls to dual the road.
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