Venus and Crescent Moon Dazzle Stargazers Worldwide

The rare celestial alignment captivated viewers, while the Quadrantid meteor shower continues to light up the skies.

On January 3, 2025, Venus appeared in close conjunction with a waxing crescent Moon, visible to the naked eye across the northern hemisphere.
The phenomenon, often referred to as a 'planet parade,' was observed in locations with clear skies and low light pollution, with stunning photos captured globally.
Venus, the brightest planet in Earth's night sky, is growing even more luminous as it approaches its closest orbit to Earth in February.
The Quadrantid meteor shower, active since December 26, is peaking this weekend and will remain visible until January 12, offering up to 80 meteors per hour.
Upcoming celestial events include Venus and Saturn appearing just 2.2° apart on January 18, and a rare alignment of five planets visible later this month.