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In Iceland, the eclipse czar is broken-hearted over the weather.

NYT World Wednesday 12 August 2026, 13:21 UTC By Amelia Nierenberg 1 min read
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Saevar Helgi Bragason has spent years wrangling Iceland into eclipse-ready shape. But even he can’t control the clouds.

Saevar Helgi Bragason has spent years wrangling Iceland into eclipse-ready shape. But even he can’t control the clouds.
Iceland (LOCATION) Saevar Helgi Bragason (PERSON)
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