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3w ago

Crescent Moon and Venus Close in the Western Sky as Occultation Is Seen by Some Regions

Regional timing made the Moon’s brief daytime occultation of Venus visible only along a narrow track while the planet grows brighter toward its late‑September peak.

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4mo ago

Six-Planet Parade Continues as Mercury Rises and Moon Approaches

Planets

Crescent Moon and Venus Close in the Western Sky as Occultation Is Seen by Some Regions

Tonight: Crescent Moon Sits Between Venus and Jupiter in the Western Twilight

Rare Comet Pan‑STARRS Now Glows Before Dawn for a Short Northern Viewing Window

Orionid Meteor Shower Begins, With Peak Oct. 21–22 Under Moonless Skies

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

Six-Planet Parade Continues as Mercury Rises and Moon Approaches