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World looks to the skies as 'blood moon' eclipse begins

Skygazers gathered in Berlin as they waited for the sun to go down and the "blood moon" to arise

The longest "blood moon" eclipse this century began on Friday, coinciding with Mars' closest approach in 15 years to treat skygazers across the globe to a thrilling celestial spectacle.

Unlike with a solar eclipse, viewers do not need protective eye gear to observe the rare display.

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