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No special equipment is needed to view a lunar eclipse, unlike a solar eclipse which requires certified protective eyewear. You can safely watch a lunar eclipse with your naked eye, binoculars, or a telescope. The story highlights this, making it an accessible event for billions across North and South America, and parts of Europe and Africa.
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