From 25m agoWelcome to the greatest show off earthJakub KrupaGot your eclipse glasses at the ready?A sign in a shop in Falmouth, one of many in the town advising shoppers that no stock remains of solar eclipse glasses. Photograph: Hugh Hastings/Getty ImagesDo not fret if not. Not everyone is prepared like this guy.Frenchman Leyssalle Anthony, 39, prepares a telescope to view the total solar eclipse from the beach, in Arija, Spain. Photograph: Borja Suárez/ReutersWe’ve got you covered.Welcome to the live coverage of today’s total eclipse, which will be seen in parts of Europe, including Iceland, the UK, and Spain.Over the coming hours, we’ll bring you:
Tips on how to view the phenomenon safely
First-hand reports from places where crowds are gathering
A quick look at the science behind the shadow
The best pictures and videos from key viewing spots
