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Mercury Retrograde Begins Feb. 26 in Pisces, Running Through March 20

Astrologers say this water‑sign backspin heightens emotion and confusion around communication, urging people to slow down and double‑check plans and tech.

Six-Planet Alignment Peaks Feb. 28 With Mercury Best Spotted This Weekend

Mercury Enters Sagittarius, Setting Up Blunter Talk Before Nov. 9 Retrograde

Last Chance Today to See Crescent Moon Join Six-Planet Pre-Dawn Lineup

Crescent Moon Joins Ongoing Six-Planet Pre-Dawn Parade

Six-Planet Parade Continues as Mercury Rises and Moon Approaches

Six Planets to Parade Across August Morning Skies