Most of sun to be eclipsed across island of Ireland
Skywatchers are set to witness two major celestial events next week, with a deep partial solar eclipse followed by the peak of the Perseid meteor shower.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"Not only is it the first total eclipse visible from western Europe since 1999, but just a few hours later it's one of the best meteor showers of the year – as if to celebrate the event with celestial fireworks."
— David Moore , Academic
"It should get noticeably darker."
— Dr Rok Nežič , Academic
Key People
All Coverage
Skywatchers are set to witness two major celestial events next week, with a deep partial solar eclipse followed by the peak of the Perseid meteor shower.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Alien 'phoenix planet' was born from the ashes of a dying star - Reuters
Alien 'phoenix planet' was born from the ashes of a dying star Reuters
October 6, 2026 at 02:29 PM'Ghost particles' from space telescope wins physics Nobel
Belgian physicist Prof Francis Halzen has won for his pioneering work on an observatory that detects particles from space.
October 6, 2026 at 11:24 AMIsrael 'tried to intimidate' Irish amid spitting row - Hallgrimsson
Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson says he felt Israel were "trying to intimidate" his team amid allegations of spitting during Sunday's Nations League draw.
October 4, 2026 at 10:51 PMAstronomers get permission for mini-observatory
The Shropshire Astronomical Society plans to install the dome at Rodington village hall.
October 3, 2026 at 07:05 PMRepublic of Ireland news conference ends abruptly amid accusations
Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson's pre-match news conference ends abruptly as accusations are levelled at his players.
October 3, 2026 at 01:02 PMBelfast boxing legend Close dies aged 57
Ray Close, the Belfast boxer who almost handed Chris Eubank the first defeat of his career, has died at the age of 57.
October 2, 2026 at 02:16 PM