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Venus and Jupiter Reach a 1.6° Pairing in June 9 Twilight

Planetariums are staging public evening sky‑watch sessions to give viewers a close look at the optical alignment.

Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius Begins, With Stronger Effects for Aquarius and Fixed Signs

Final Mercury Retrograde of 2025 Enters Mid-Cycle Stretch as Cazimi, New Moon Near

Mercury Retrograde Is Underway: Final 2025 Backspin Runs Nov. 9–29, With a Shift Into Scorpio Next Week

Closest Full Moon of 2025 Arrives Nov. 5 in Perigee Supermoon

Six-Planet Parade Continues as Mercury Rises and Moon Approaches

Mercury Retrograde in Leo Begins With Cautionary Guidance and Rituals

Rare Planetary Alignment Offers Stunning Night Sky Views Through February

New Moon and Mercury Conjunction Illuminate July Skies