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Total solar eclipse: North America watches in wonder | BBC News

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Millions of people across North America witnessed a total solar eclipse, experiencing awe and wonder during the four-minute event. Spectators in various locations, including Russellville, Arkansas, and Indianapolis Motor Speedway, marveled at the eclipse despite cloudy skies, with some lucky enough to witness the fully eclipsed sun.

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  • The total solar eclipse in North America captivated millions of spectators, sparking feelings of awe and wonder as they witnessed the event along the path of totality, from Mexico to the United States and Canada.
  • Unique events like a mass wedding in Russellville, Arkansas, and the BBC team's experience at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway highlighted the eclipse's ability to draw people together in shared amazement, even amidst cloudy skies, with unexpected breaks revealing the stunning sight of the fully eclipsed sun.

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  • What event captivated crowds in North America?

    A total solar eclipse.

  • Where did 300 couples have a mass wedding?

    Russellville, Arkansas.

  • Which locations had spectators marveling at the eclipse?

    Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Niagara Falls.

  • What was the duration of the total solar eclipse?

    Four minutes.

  • How did crowds react to the total solar eclipse?

    With awe and wonder.

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"Mass wedding and awe at solar eclipse"

  • Millions of people witnessed a total solar eclipse in North America, lasting four minutes, with crowds experiencing awe and wonder along the eclipse's path of totality from Mexico's West Coast to cities in the United States and Canada.
  • In Russellville, Arkansas, 300 couples had a mass wedding during the eclipse, while spectators at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Niagara Falls, including a BBC team, marveled at the event despite cloudy skies, with a lucky break revealing the spectacular sight of the fully eclipsed sun.
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