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When is the next big eclipse?
The next major solar eclipse, dubbed the 'eclipse of the century', is set for 2027. This celestial event will offer spectacular views from parts of southern Spain and across north Africa. Knowing this gives you a great reason to hold onto your current eclipse glasses, as they'll be perfectly suitable for safe viewing then, saving you from buying new ones.
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