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Local NewsLondon to see near-total solar eclipse on 12 August
A partial solar eclipse will darken London skies on 12 August, with the moon covering 90% of the sun. The event, peaking at 7:13 pm, will last nearly two hours. Weather forecasts suggest dry conditions, improving visibility for the rare phenomenon.
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Local News · BarnetPartial Solar Eclipse Visible Across Barnet
Residents in Barnet can witness a partial solar eclipse on Wednesday, August 12. The event will see approximately 91% of the Sun obscured, creating an early evening twilight. Safety precautions are essential for viewing.
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WorldUK Radio Astronomy Faces Closure Due to Funding Cuts
Jodrell Bank and the national e-Merlin radio astronomy network face potential closure in March 2028 due to significant funding cuts from the Science and Technology Facilities Council. This decision is part of broader savings measures impacting UK physics research and could lead to a "brain drain" of early-career scientists.
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WorldJodrell Bank Observatory Faces Closure Amid Funding Cuts
The Jodrell Bank Observatory in Cheshire faces potential closure after its £2.8m annual funding from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) was cut. Scientific observations are slated to cease on April 1, 2028, unless alternative funding is secured, with 28 jobs at risk.
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