Dim and dimmer: our underwhelming solar eclipse video

A breathtaking solar eclipse was witnessed by millions of people across Europe this morning. But on the roof of the Guardian HQ in north London, the view was ... underwhelming. A typically cloudy haze had obscured the sun completely before the moon had a chance to eclipse it. Skywatchers had been advised not to look directly at the sun, but on the roof of the Guardian, there was no danger of burnt retinas Continue reading...