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Rare Triple Conjunction Creates 'Smiley Face' in Sky, 'Sad Face' in Singapore

Venus, Saturn, and a crescent Moon aligned in a once-in-a-decade celestial event, captivating skywatchers worldwide with varying perspectives.

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The rare celestial display known as a “triple conjunction” occurs in astronomy when three celestial bodies appear very close together in the night sky.
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Overview

  • In the early hours of April 25, 2025, Venus, Saturn, and a crescent Moon aligned to form a 'smiley face' visible globally, weather permitting.
  • Observers in Singapore saw an inverted 'sad face' due to local viewing geometry, with the crescent Moon forming a downward arc.
  • The phenomenon, known as a 'triple conjunction,' occurs roughly once every ten years due to planetary retrograde and opposition dynamics.
  • Social media buzzed with photos and reactions, particularly from Singapore, where the unexpected 'sad face' intrigued skywatchers.
  • Astronomers are now turning their attention to the upcoming Super New Moon on April 28, expected to be the second-closest new moon of 2025.