News · 4 August 2026

Three cosmic events happening on August 12 cause online doomsday fears

Social media users are sharing dramatic apocalypse predictions ahead of August 12, when a solar eclipse, meteor shower and six-planet alignment happen together. Scientists point out that the timing is entirely coincidental and carries no real-world danger. A total solar eclipse will darken parts of Europe, while the Perseid meteor shower and planetary parade peak overnight.

By BriefTea Editorial · 4 August 2026 at 7:02

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