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A solar eclipse followed by a meteor shower: Portugal prepares for two rare celestial events

In some parts of the country, the Moon will completely cover the Sun, plunging onlookers into a sci-fi-like scene.

As Lake Maggiore runs low, Switzerland steps in as Italy faces growing water shortage

Lake Maggiore is suffering from drought and Switzerland is increasing releases from Lake Lugano. Water is also scarce in Piedmont, Lombardy, Veneto and the Marche: this is Italy's new emergency.

Anxious dogs and silent birds: What happens to animals during a total solar eclipse?

Today's rare solar eclipse is thrilling for humans, but animals will face something they can't prepare for: sudden confusing darkness in the middle of the day.