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New Indian Express
2 hours ago
- Science
- New Indian Express
Moon-Mars conjunction to dazzle skywatchers
BENGALURU: Skywatchers are in for a celestial event in the early hours of June 30, when the Moon and Mars will appear unusually close to each other in what astronomers call a conjunction. While such alignments between the Moon and planets occur regularly, this particular one stands out for its timing as Mars edges closer to its opposition later this year, gradually becoming brighter in the night sky. In this phenomena, in the pre-dawn hours, observers with clear skies may witness a slender crescent Moon paired with the reddish glow of Mars, both positioned in the same region of the sky — separated by just about 3 degrees. Although the two bodies are actually million of kilometres apart, they will appear side by side from Earth due to a quirk of orbital alignment. Despite the event's potential, seasoned skywatchers and experts caution that those in Bengaluru and much of India may miss out due to monsoon conditions. 'Cloud cover and moisture-laden air during the early mornings can obscure the eastern horizon where the Moon and Mars will rise,' said an official from the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), adding that even a thin veil of clouds can completely wash out the view of the crescent Moon.' A conjunction happens when two celestial bodies appear to align in the sky from Earth's perspective. In this case, the Moon, which moves faster along its orbit, catches up and passes near Mars in the background sky. Such close approaches often go unnoticed, but when they involve bright planets and occur during dark-sky hours - like this one - they can create dramatic views. 'This conjunction is unique because of the geometry involved — the thin waning crescent Moon rising shortly before dawn, with Mars just above it, makes for a particularly delicate arrangement,' an official from the IIA said, adding that such well-positioned conjunctions are infrequent. While Moon-planet conjunctions are common, most are either obscured by daylight, occur too close to the horizon, or involve planets that are faint or too close to the Sun. What makes the June 30 event rare is a combination of factors - Mars is steadily brightening, the Moon is in a delicate crescent phase, and the timing - just before sunrise - provides a dark enough sky for good contrast, a senior official from the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium explained.
UAE Moments
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- UAE Moments
♈ Aries Daily Horoscope for June 28, 2025
Energy meets ambition, but don't forget to pause for a breath. Today's vibe is all about channeling your fiery drive into productive wins, Aries. The universe is handing you the mic—and people are actually listening. With your ruling planet Mars amping up your confidence, it's a day for bold moves… but only if you remember to check in with yourself along the way. Career: You're laser-focused and ready to lead. Whether it's pitching a new idea or stepping up in a meeting, you're likely to impress. Just avoid bulldozing others—collaboration will take you further than solo hustle today. Love: Single Aries? You might find yourself vibing with someone unexpected—opposites attract for a reason. If you're in a relationship, make time for a meaningful convo. Vulnerability will deepen your bond. Body: You've got energy to burn, but don't overdo it. A quick workout, brisk walk, or dance break can release tension and recharge your fire without draining your tank. Mental Health: Your mind is racing at 100mph. Take 10 minutes to disconnect, journal, or breathe. Giving your brain a mini vacation will sharpen your instincts and prevent burnout.
Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Science
- Yahoo
Why does Mars look purple, yellow and orange in ESA's stunning new satellite image?
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Despite being known as the Red Planet, Mars shows off its swirling yellows, oranges and browns in a new satellite photo from the European Space Agency (ESA). The Earth-toned surface also reveals an impact crater and four sneaky dust devils making their way across the region. The Rothko-like image was taken by a high-resolution camera on ESA's Mars Express orbiter and captures Arcadia Planitia, an area of Mars critical to research about the planet's past and its potential to house humans in the future. Northwest of the tallest volcanoes in the solar system, Arcadia Planitia is a region of intrigue. It's laden with solidified lava flows that are, at most, 3 billion years old. The area is also thought to host water ice close to the planet's surface, making it an area of interest when planning future missions to Mars, according to a statement from ESA. Arcadia Planitia is home to visiting "dust devils," short-lived columns of wind akin to small tornadoes. Dust devils form when the Martian surface warms the air just above it, leading the air to rise and pulling dust with it. The new image shows four dust devils as they snake their way across the plains of the region. Easy to overlook, you can spot them as whitish puffs of dust near the center of the image, straddling the boundary between the darker brown and lighter red parts of the plain. A large impact crater sits in the bottom right corner of the photo and measures 9 miles (15 kilometers) across, according to ESA. The formation of layered material around the crater is evidence that the ground encompassed notable amounts of water ice during impact, and lack of clear erosion of the crater dates it to relatively recently on the geological timeline. Related: Perseverance rover spots peculiar 'spider egg' rock on Mars — and scientists have no idea how it got there If you noticed that the image is blurry, you're discerning an effect of the wind on Mars. Gusts of air pick up and carry tiny particles of debris from the planet's surface, which creates a minor visual haze. RELATED STORIES —Mars rover captures first close-up photos of giant 'spiderwebs' on the Red Planet —Long, dark 'streaks' spotted on Mars aren't what scientists thought —NASA Mars satellite uncovers markings 'like paint dripping down a wall' on Martian surface The wind that causes the haze is also responsible for the reddish area at the top of the photo. The red region is covered in ridges called "yardangs," which are formed when wind erodes vulnerable rock and leaves the most resistant rock still standing. Below the red section is purplish-brown terrain, which has a high concentration of silicates and a low concentration of iron, the statement notes. The difference in colors also stems from properties of the sand, like density and size, which affect how the grains accumulate and travel across Mars.
Scottish Sun
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Horoscope today, June 28, 2025: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg
OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in March 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes. Read on to see what's written in the stars for you today. ♈ ARIES March 21 to April 20 Influenced by genius planet Uranus, your cash ideas have a touch of brilliance that helps you stand out from the crowd. So a job or a hobby, linked to inventing on-screen games, could be a money-maker for you. New love may have quite a slow start but it does have a huge amount of potential. Get all the latest Aries horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions. 3 Your weekly horoscope for Saturday ♉ TAURUS April 21 to May 21 You may not see yourself as driven by ambition, but this weekend you could be. Especially when you see a new local restaurant opening up, and feel you too could make a success of a food business. If you're single, a new love relationship links you with a colourful Leo who dresses to get noticed, and is loyal and loving. Get all the latest Taurus horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♊ GEMINI May 22 to June 21 If you are in a couple, there can be a link between prizes and passion – so when you enter a contest as partners, you attract maximum luck. If you start the day single, love sparks fly when you meet a Libra with a 'W' name. The big surprise can be how many talented people are in your family – including yourself! Get all the latest Gemini horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♋ CANCER June 22 to July 22 The focus is on your future, and a choice between a higher-paid job you find easy, or one that will always be a challenge, but also so enjoyable. Passion master Mars brings fresh confidence to talk to someone whose career inspires you. Fitness plans work well with friends as your motivators. Get all the latest Cancer horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♌ LEO July 23 to August 23 The most self-reliant part of your personality takes over and the detailed plans you make show why you are destined to be in charge. In long-term romance, the best partner is deeply caring, but also encourages you to work hard. Luck could link the past with the present through a picture you discover. Get all the latest Leo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♍ VIRGO August 24 to September 22 Willpower, confidence and energy are reset to maximum as Mars goes deeper into your sign. You are ready to play a vital role in a business set up by sisters. Jupiter's mission is to unite you with the one true love of your life. This is someone you already know so well. Luck is hidden in an envelope that looks like a bill. Get all the latest Virgo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions 3 Your star ruler Saturn gives you a strong sense of purpose, with prime focus on your home chart Credit: Getty ♎ LIBRA September 23 to October 23 The sun is strong in your ambition zone, and those dreams, and the big plans you've put on hold, could get the green light. But the most out-of-the-blue idea could turn out to be the biggest success. As for love, someone you worked with in the past can call – with romance very much in mind. Get all the latest Libra horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♏ SCORPIO October 24 to November 22 Having Venus in the marriage-minded part of your chart can change the way you look at relationships. So the wilder passion of love's early days may change into a well-balanced commitment. Work-wise, you can turn what you assume is a worthless hobby into a money maker. Get all the latest Scorpio horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♐ SAGITTARIUS November 23 to December 21 From animal care to fashion design, you have a gift for studying a special subject – and a determination to obtain the qualifications you need. Your love life is hotting up, too, and when two equally attractive Leos are keen to date you, it's important to make a clear decision and stick to it. Get all the latest Sagittarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♑ CAPRICORN December 22 to January 20 Your star ruler Saturn gives you a strong sense of purpose, with prime focus on your home chart. Getting extra living space may, at times, have felt like wishful thinking. But now you have serious planet property support, you could make real progress. Love you thought was mostly for fun is suddenly so deep. Get all the latest Capricorn horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions 3 You have the winning touch of Jupiter plus the determination of Saturn Credit: Supplied ♒ AQUARIUS January 21 to February 18 Your challenge today is to stop assuming you know all there is to know about a partner. Then your hearts and minds open up to each other and you both agree on changes that upgrade love. Teams of five can lead to luck for the family. Any weekend working can have an intriguing outcome. Get all the latest Aquarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♓ PISCES February 19 to March 20 You have the winning touch of Jupiter plus the determination of Saturn – together they could help you bag a prize that would make a wonderful difference to you. If you start the day single, there can be instant attraction when you meet a local hero. A house you dream about, then see for real, could be perfect for you. Get all the latest Pisces horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions
The Irish Sun
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Horoscope today, June 28, 2025: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg
OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in March 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes. Read on to see what's written in the stars for you today. Advertisement ♈ ARIES March 21 to April 20 Influenced by genius planet Uranus, your cash ideas have a touch of brilliance that helps you stand out from the crowd. So a job or a hobby, linked to inventing on-screen games, could be a money-maker for you. Advertisement READ MORE MYSTIC MEG New love may have quite a slow start but it does have a huge amount of potential. Get all the latest Aries horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions . 3 Your weekly horoscope for Saturday ♉ TAURUS Advertisement April 21 to May 21 You may not see yourself as driven by ambition, but this weekend you could be. Especially when you see a new local restaurant opening up, and feel you too could make a success of a food business. If you're single, a new love relationship links you with a colourful Leo who dresses to get noticed, and is loyal and loving. Advertisement Get all the latest Taurus horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♊ GEMINI May 22 to June 21 If you are in a couple, there can be a link between prizes and passion – so when you enter a contest as partners, you attract maximum luck. Advertisement If you start the day single, love sparks fly when you meet a Libra with a 'W' name. The big surprise can be how many talented people are in your family – including yourself! Get all the latest Gemini horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Advertisement ♋ CANCER June 22 to July 22 The focus is on your future, and a choice between a higher-paid job you find easy, or one that will always be a challenge, but also so enjoyable. Passion master Mars brings fresh confidence to talk to someone whose career inspires you. Advertisement Fitness plans work well with friends as your motivators. Get all the latest Cancer horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♌ LEO July 23 to August 23 Advertisement The most self-reliant part of your personality takes over and the detailed plans you make show why you are destined to be in charge. In long-term romance, the best partner is deeply caring, but also encourages you to work hard. Luck could link the past with the present through a picture you discover. Get all the latest Leo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Advertisement Most read in The Irish Sun Exclusive ♍ VIRGO August 24 to September 22 Willpower, confidence and energy are reset to maximum as Mars goes deeper into your sign. You are ready to play a vital role in a business set up by sisters. Advertisement Jupiter's mission is to unite you with the one true love of your life. This is someone you already know so well. Luck is hidden in an envelope that looks like a bill. Get all the latest Virgo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions 3 Your star ruler Saturn gives you a strong sense of purpose, with prime focus on your home chart Credit: Getty Advertisement ♎ LIBRA September 23 to October 23 The sun is strong in your ambition zone, and those dreams, and the big plans you've put on hold, could get the green light. But the most out-of-the-blue idea could turn out to be the biggest success. Advertisement As for love, someone you worked with in the past can call – with romance very much in mind. Get all the latest Libra horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions List of 12 star signs The traditional dates used by Mystic Meg for each sign are below. 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Advertisement Get all the latest Sagittarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♑ CAPRICORN December 22 to January 20 Your star ruler Saturn gives you a strong sense of purpose, with prime focus on your home chart. Advertisement Getting extra living space may, at times, have felt like wishful thinking. But now you have serious planet property support, you could make real progress. Love you thought was mostly for fun is suddenly so deep. Get all the latest Capricorn horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Advertisement 3 You have the winning touch of Jupiter plus the determination of Saturn Credit: Supplied ♒ AQUARIUS January 21 to February 18 Your challenge today is to stop assuming you know all there is to know about a partner. Advertisement Then your hearts and minds open up to each other and you both agree on changes that upgrade love. Teams of five can lead to luck for the family. Any weekend working can have an intriguing outcome. 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