Gemini Report

The next Gemini will start in 49 days, at Saturday, 21 May, 2022

The Moon moves to Gemini in 3 days, at Tuesday, 05 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Gemini in 28 days, at Saturday, 30 April, 2022

Venus moves to Gemini in 82 days, at Thursday, 23 June, 2022

Mars moves to Gemini in 141 days, at Sunday, 21 August, 2022

The New moon is currently 1 days old. The next new moon is at 20:30:44, 30 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 4:15:52, 16 May 2022.
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Cancer Report

The next Cancer will start in 81 days, at Wednesday, 22 June, 2022

The Moon moves to Cancer in 6 days, at Friday, 08 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Cancer in 94 days, at Tuesday, 05 July, 2022

Venus moves to Cancer in 107 days, at Monday, 18 July, 2022

Mars moves to Cancer in 358 days, at Sunday, 26 March, 2023

The New moon is currently 1 days old. The next new moon is at 20:30:44, 30 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 4:15:52, 16 May 2022.
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Leo Report

The next Leo will start in 112 days, at Saturday, 23 July, 2022

The Moon moves to Leo in 8 days, at Sunday, 10 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Leo in 109 days, at Wednesday, 20 July, 2022

Venus moves to Leo in 132 days, at Friday, 12 August, 2022

The New moon is currently 1 days old. The next new moon is at 20:30:44, 30 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 4:15:52, 16 May 2022.
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Virgo Report

The next Virgo will start in 143 days, at Tuesday, 23 August, 2022

The Moon moves to Virgo in 11 days, at Wednesday, 13 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Virgo in 125 days, at Friday, 05 August, 2022

Venus moves to Virgo in 156 days, at Monday, 05 September, 2022

The New moon is currently 1 days old. The next new moon is at 20:30:44, 30 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 4:15:52, 16 May 2022.
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Libra Report

The next Libra will start in 174 days, at Friday, 23 September, 2022

The Moon moves to Libra in 13 days, at Friday, 15 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Libra in 146 days, at Friday, 26 August, 2022

Venus moves to Libra in 181 days, at Friday, 30 September, 2022

The New moon is currently 1 days old. The next new moon is at 20:30:44, 30 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 4:15:52, 16 May 2022.
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Scorpio Report

The next Scorpio will start in 205 days, at Monday, 24 October, 2022

The Moon moves to Scorpio in 15 days, at Sunday, 17 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Scorpio in 211 days, at Sunday, 30 October, 2022

Venus moves to Scorpio in 205 days, at Monday, 24 October, 2022

The New moon is currently 1 days old. The next new moon is at 20:30:44, 30 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 4:15:52, 16 May 2022.
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Sagittarius Report

The next Sagittarius will start in 235 days, at Wednesday, 23 November, 2022

The Moon moves to Sagittarius in 17 days, at Tuesday, 19 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Sagittarius in 230 days, at Friday, 18 November, 2022

Venus moves to Sagittarius in 228 days, at Wednesday, 16 November, 2022

The New moon is currently 1 days old. The next new moon is at 20:30:44, 30 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 4:15:52, 16 May 2022.
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Capricorn Report

The next Capricorn will start in 264 days, at Thursday, 22 December, 2022

The Moon moves to Capricorn in 19 days, at Thursday, 21 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Capricorn in 249 days, at Wednesday, 07 December, 2022

Venus moves to Capricorn in 252 days, at Saturday, 10 December, 2022

Pluto is currently in Capricorn
The New moon is currently 1 days old. The next new moon is at 20:30:44, 30 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 4:15:52, 16 May 2022.
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Aquarius Report

The next Aquarius will start in 294 days, at Saturday, 21 January, 2023

The Moon moves to Aquarius in 21 days, at Saturday, 23 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Aquarius in 316 days, at Sunday, 12 February, 2023

Venus is currently in Aquarius
Mars is currently in Aquarius
Saturn is currently in Aquarius
Pluto moves to Aquarius in 356 days, at Friday, 24 March, 2023

The New moon is currently 1 days old. The next new moon is at 20:30:44, 30 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 4:15:52, 16 May 2022.

Venus In Aquarius

The line between love and friendship is very thin once Venus enters Aquarius! Aquarius rules friendship and groups of all kinds, so during this transit, we often find ourselves falling for people we already know. We may realize those we’ve previously written off as "just friends" could be our perfect match. The likelihood of meeting a new lover through mutual friends and social outings also increases greatly while Venus is in Aquarius.

Aquarius is less attached to its emotions than other signs, relying more on the head than the heart when relating to others. We aren’t so interested in connecting over passionate encounters and sweet nothings while Venus is in Aquarius. Instead, we want to unite with those who think the same as we do. Aquarius’ loose grip on love gives Venus room to move, making love less sticky and partnership less confining. Those who like the warm and squishy stuff might find others a bit standoffish during this transit. However, the Aquarian approach is less possessive and can bring a needed breath of reason and fresh air to partnerships.

If in a committed relationship, Venus in Aquarius lightens the level of intimacy and encourages us to reconnect with the honesty, friendship, and common interests that drew us to our partners in the first place. Working together on an environmental or social cause that’s meaningful to both partners can also help rekindle hearts during this transit. We may even find that we feel a lot freer to be individuals within our relationships. Venus in Aquarius makes it clear that pursuing our own passions separately enriches what we bring back to our relationships.

For people who are single and ready to mingle, this is one of the best times to do it! The planet of love and desire in the sign of idealism and creativity puts an unconventional, even experimental, flair on romance, and opens our minds about who and how we love. Parties with friends, organized meetups, and protests and other social causes are hotspots for meeting like-minded lovers now. And because Aquarius also likes things a little weird, we may find ourselves interested in people and experiences that we have never been attracted to before. Long story short: The more open we are now, the more likely we are to find love.

While Venus is in Aquarius, we are drawn to modern, original forms of art and personal style. It’s a great time to experiment with new ways of dress and decor. We also find greater benefit from high-tech gadgets, and splurging on new electronics now can help us well beyond this transit.



Mars In Aquarius

Mars’ transit through Aquarius is a time to stand up for our rights and fight for change. Aquarius is a detached sign that doesn’t typically get too fired up, but Mars’ warrior-like presence here adds the fuel that is normally lacking and encourages us to champion our ideas and ideals. We are fighting for our freedoms, but we aren’t using our fists. With Mars in Aquarius, our minds are our greatest weapons.

Strength lies in fresh ideas and original plans during this transit. Traditional ways of thinking will only lead to more of the same. Mars in Aquarius is a time to identify what we want the future to look like, and to take active steps toward it. It’s not just about thinking outside the box, it’s about completely forgetting about the box. The only way to make things radically different is to act in radical ways.

Injustices and societal problems are impossible to ignore while Mars is in Aquarius. Aquarius is the humanitarian of the zodiac, and is especially concerned with what’s happening to the underdog. While Mars is firing up this sign, we can clearly see what needs to change and how. We can see not just the problems, but the solutions. There’s a powerful opportunity for reformation and revolution during this transit that we don’t always have available to us.

It’s hard to follow anyone else’s rules while Mars moves through free-thinking Aquarius. And who would want to?! Mars in Aquarius is a rebel who shoves aside traditional ways of doing things for a more original approach. We’re all capable of brilliance if we allow ourselves to disconnect from our typical patterns and feelings to embrace a brand-new, totally different way of doing things. It’s about liberating ourselves and growing into our own, bit by bit.



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Pisces Report

The next Pisces will start in 323 days, at Sunday, 19 February, 2023

The Moon moves to Pisces in 24 days, at Tuesday, 26 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Pisces in 335 days, at Friday, 03 March, 2023

Venus moves to Pisces in 4 days, at Wednesday, 06 April, 2022

Mars moves to Pisces in 13 days, at Friday, 15 April, 2022

Jupiter is currently in Pisces
Saturn moves to Pisces in 340 days, at Wednesday, 08 March, 2023

Neptune is currently in Pisces
The New moon is currently 1 days old. The next new moon is at 20:30:44, 30 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 4:15:52, 16 May 2022.
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Prepping for Wet Dress Rehearsal

Engineers and technicians are continuing to prepare for the Artemis I wet dress rehearsal test which is slated to begin on April 1 and conclude on April 3.  
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Aries Report


Aries Rachel Maddow is 49 today! Happy Birthday!
The New moon is currently 29.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.

The Sun In Aries

When the Sun moves into Aries, the very first sign of the zodiac, we come back to life with a surge of excitement and motivation!

This transit initiates the spring season and a brand-new astrological year, so it’s a grand time for new beginnings. We don’t have to know where we’ll wind up, nor will we have all our strategies in place yet. The Sun in Aries is about putting things in motion, knowing we can improvise from here. 

The Aries Sun encourages us to let go of the past and the future in order to live fully in the present moment. Aries is not here to make us comfortable. It is here to spark the imagination, put a burr in the saddle, and help us start anew. It’s Aries’ pioneering energy that propels us forward, breaking old habits and patterns so we can discover new worlds.

Take the lead. Fearless Aries is a natural born leader, so adopt this courageous energy for yourself now and use it to go after something you want. But watch out that you're not going too fast. Impulsive Aries is in such a hurry to get ahead that they don’t always think about what they are doing or saying. Spontaneity is great, but if you rush too quickly you could hurt yourself or others -- both mentally and physically. Take a moment to look where you’re going and think before you speak while the Sun is in Aries.

Look for excitement! Whatever happens while the Sun is in Aries, you’re likely to be seeking out things that are new and fun and bold and different. It’s time to shake off your same-old dull routine and seize life with the renewed energy of the bold, bright Aries Sun!



Moon In Aries

Your passion and energy are on point while the moon is in Aries, so beware of being too self-focused and making rash and impulsive decisions during this time - and watch your temper! Perhaps you should put that energy into some exercise. Get out and move! Now is a good time to start a new project (but not one you can't finish!). But again, keep an eye out for impulsive decisions or picking fights, because remember - everyone else is feeling that impulsiveness as well!

Let that mysterious thing captivate you while the moon is in Aries. Go ahead and give yourself permission to explore, and don't worry about going it alone. Your independence will serve you well.



Mercury In Aries

We'll all get straight to the point when mental Mercury is in assertive Aries! Aries waits for no one, so this transit is a time when our minds may grow a little (or a lot) more restless and impatient. We won't stand still or replay the tape in our minds over and over again, we'll want to charge ahead and move onto the next thing.

Mercury in Aries is also great for opening the lines of communication and giving us the encouragement we need to say exactly what we think and feel. Since Aries is the sign of "me," we'll have the confidence to speak our minds. However, our desire to say exactly what we're thinking could become a problem when cooperation, compromise, and sensitivity are required.

Our thoughts and speech may become more courageous and innovative when Mercury and Aries get together. Flashes of insight make it easier for us to think of fresh solutions to problems that have been hanging over our heads for too long. Don't second-guess yourself. Your first thoughts are often your best ones during this transit. Catch this inspiration as fast as you can, because the Aries influence means these bursts of brilliance will disappear just as quickly as they appeared.



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Taurus Report

The next Taurus will start in 19 days, at Wednesday, 20 April, 2022

The Moon moves to Taurus in 2 days, at Sunday, 03 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Taurus in 10 days, at Monday, 11 April, 2022

Venus moves to Taurus in 58 days, at Sunday, 29 May, 2022

Mars moves to Taurus in 95 days, at Tuesday, 05 July, 2022

Uranus is currently in Taurus
The New moon is currently 29.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Gemini Report

The next Gemini will start in 50 days, at Saturday, 21 May, 2022

The Moon moves to Gemini in 4 days, at Tuesday, 05 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Gemini in 29 days, at Saturday, 30 April, 2022

Venus moves to Gemini in 83 days, at Thursday, 23 June, 2022

Mars moves to Gemini in 142 days, at Sunday, 21 August, 2022

The New moon is currently 29.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Cancer Report

The next Cancer will start in 82 days, at Wednesday, 22 June, 2022

The Moon moves to Cancer in 7 days, at Friday, 08 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Cancer in 95 days, at Tuesday, 05 July, 2022

Venus moves to Cancer in 108 days, at Monday, 18 July, 2022

Mars moves to Cancer in 359 days, at Sunday, 26 March, 2023

The New moon is currently 29.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Leo Report

The next Leo will start in 113 days, at Saturday, 23 July, 2022

The Moon moves to Leo in 9 days, at Sunday, 10 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Leo in 110 days, at Wednesday, 20 July, 2022

Venus moves to Leo in 133 days, at Friday, 12 August, 2022

The New moon is currently 29.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Virgo Report

The next Virgo will start in 144 days, at Tuesday, 23 August, 2022

The Moon moves to Virgo in 12 days, at Wednesday, 13 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Virgo in 126 days, at Friday, 05 August, 2022

Venus moves to Virgo in 157 days, at Monday, 05 September, 2022

The New moon is currently 29.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Libra Report

The next Libra will start in 175 days, at Friday, 23 September, 2022

The Moon moves to Libra in 14 days, at Friday, 15 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Libra in 147 days, at Friday, 26 August, 2022

Venus moves to Libra in 182 days, at Friday, 30 September, 2022

The New moon is currently 29.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Scorpio Report

The next Scorpio will start in 206 days, at Monday, 24 October, 2022

The Moon moves to Scorpio in 16 days, at Sunday, 17 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Scorpio in 212 days, at Sunday, 30 October, 2022

Venus moves to Scorpio in 206 days, at Monday, 24 October, 2022

The New moon is currently 29.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Sagittarius Report

The next Sagittarius will start in 236 days, at Wednesday, 23 November, 2022

The Moon moves to Sagittarius in 18 days, at Tuesday, 19 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Sagittarius in 231 days, at Friday, 18 November, 2022

Venus moves to Sagittarius in 229 days, at Wednesday, 16 November, 2022

The New moon is currently 29.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Capricorn Report

The next Capricorn will start in 265 days, at Thursday, 22 December, 2022

The Moon moves to Capricorn in 20 days, at Thursday, 21 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Capricorn in 250 days, at Wednesday, 07 December, 2022

Venus moves to Capricorn in 253 days, at Saturday, 10 December, 2022

Pluto is currently in Capricorn
The New moon is currently 29.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Aquarius Report

The next Aquarius will start in 295 days, at Saturday, 21 January, 2023

The Moon moves to Aquarius in 22 days, at Saturday, 23 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Aquarius in 317 days, at Sunday, 12 February, 2023

Venus is currently in Aquarius
Mars is currently in Aquarius
Saturn is currently in Aquarius
Pluto moves to Aquarius in 357 days, at Friday, 24 March, 2023

The New moon is currently 29.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.

Venus In Aquarius

The line between love and friendship is very thin once Venus enters Aquarius! Aquarius rules friendship and groups of all kinds, so during this transit, we often find ourselves falling for people we already know. We may realize those we’ve previously written off as "just friends" could be our perfect match. The likelihood of meeting a new lover through mutual friends and social outings also increases greatly while Venus is in Aquarius.

Aquarius is less attached to its emotions than other signs, relying more on the head than the heart when relating to others. We aren’t so interested in connecting over passionate encounters and sweet nothings while Venus is in Aquarius. Instead, we want to unite with those who think the same as we do. Aquarius’ loose grip on love gives Venus room to move, making love less sticky and partnership less confining. Those who like the warm and squishy stuff might find others a bit standoffish during this transit. However, the Aquarian approach is less possessive and can bring a needed breath of reason and fresh air to partnerships.

If in a committed relationship, Venus in Aquarius lightens the level of intimacy and encourages us to reconnect with the honesty, friendship, and common interests that drew us to our partners in the first place. Working together on an environmental or social cause that’s meaningful to both partners can also help rekindle hearts during this transit. We may even find that we feel a lot freer to be individuals within our relationships. Venus in Aquarius makes it clear that pursuing our own passions separately enriches what we bring back to our relationships.

For people who are single and ready to mingle, this is one of the best times to do it! The planet of love and desire in the sign of idealism and creativity puts an unconventional, even experimental, flair on romance, and opens our minds about who and how we love. Parties with friends, organized meetups, and protests and other social causes are hotspots for meeting like-minded lovers now. And because Aquarius also likes things a little weird, we may find ourselves interested in people and experiences that we have never been attracted to before. Long story short: The more open we are now, the more likely we are to find love.

While Venus is in Aquarius, we are drawn to modern, original forms of art and personal style. It’s a great time to experiment with new ways of dress and decor. We also find greater benefit from high-tech gadgets, and splurging on new electronics now can help us well beyond this transit.



Mars In Aquarius

Mars’ transit through Aquarius is a time to stand up for our rights and fight for change. Aquarius is a detached sign that doesn’t typically get too fired up, but Mars’ warrior-like presence here adds the fuel that is normally lacking and encourages us to champion our ideas and ideals. We are fighting for our freedoms, but we aren’t using our fists. With Mars in Aquarius, our minds are our greatest weapons.

Strength lies in fresh ideas and original plans during this transit. Traditional ways of thinking will only lead to more of the same. Mars in Aquarius is a time to identify what we want the future to look like, and to take active steps toward it. It’s not just about thinking outside the box, it’s about completely forgetting about the box. The only way to make things radically different is to act in radical ways.

Injustices and societal problems are impossible to ignore while Mars is in Aquarius. Aquarius is the humanitarian of the zodiac, and is especially concerned with what’s happening to the underdog. While Mars is firing up this sign, we can clearly see what needs to change and how. We can see not just the problems, but the solutions. There’s a powerful opportunity for reformation and revolution during this transit that we don’t always have available to us.

It’s hard to follow anyone else’s rules while Mars moves through free-thinking Aquarius. And who would want to?! Mars in Aquarius is a rebel who shoves aside traditional ways of doing things for a more original approach. We’re all capable of brilliance if we allow ourselves to disconnect from our typical patterns and feelings to embrace a brand-new, totally different way of doing things. It’s about liberating ourselves and growing into our own, bit by bit.



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Pisces Report

The next Pisces will start in 324 days, at Sunday, 19 February, 2023

The Moon moves to Pisces in 25 days, at Tuesday, 26 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Pisces in 336 days, at Friday, 03 March, 2023

Venus moves to Pisces in 5 days, at Wednesday, 06 April, 2022

Mars moves to Pisces in 14 days, at Friday, 15 April, 2022

Jupiter is currently in Pisces
Saturn moves to Pisces in 341 days, at Wednesday, 08 March, 2023

Neptune is currently in Pisces
The New moon is currently 29.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Pilot Bob Hines in Training for Crew-4

NASA astronaut and SpaceX Crew-4 pilot Bob Hines is pictured during a training session inside a mockup of the Crew Dragon vehicle at SpaceX Headquarters.
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Aries Report

We are currently in the sign of Aries

The Moon moves to Aries tomorrow, at Friday, 01 April, 2022

Mercury is currently in Aries
Venus moves to Aries in 33 days, at Tuesday, 03 May, 2022

Mars moves to Aries in 55 days, at Wednesday, 25 May, 2022

Jupiter moves to Aries in 41 days, at Wednesday, 11 May, 2022

The New moon is currently 28.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.

The Sun In Aries

When the Sun moves into Aries, the very first sign of the zodiac, we come back to life with a surge of excitement and motivation!

This transit initiates the spring season and a brand-new astrological year, so it’s a grand time for new beginnings. We don’t have to know where we’ll wind up, nor will we have all our strategies in place yet. The Sun in Aries is about putting things in motion, knowing we can improvise from here. 

The Aries Sun encourages us to let go of the past and the future in order to live fully in the present moment. Aries is not here to make us comfortable. It is here to spark the imagination, put a burr in the saddle, and help us start anew. It’s Aries’ pioneering energy that propels us forward, breaking old habits and patterns so we can discover new worlds.

Take the lead. Fearless Aries is a natural born leader, so adopt this courageous energy for yourself now and use it to go after something you want. But watch out that you're not going too fast. Impulsive Aries is in such a hurry to get ahead that they don’t always think about what they are doing or saying. Spontaneity is great, but if you rush too quickly you could hurt yourself or others -- both mentally and physically. Take a moment to look where you’re going and think before you speak while the Sun is in Aries.

Look for excitement! Whatever happens while the Sun is in Aries, you’re likely to be seeking out things that are new and fun and bold and different. It’s time to shake off your same-old dull routine and seize life with the renewed energy of the bold, bright Aries Sun!



Mercury In Aries

We'll all get straight to the point when mental Mercury is in assertive Aries! Aries waits for no one, so this transit is a time when our minds may grow a little (or a lot) more restless and impatient. We won't stand still or replay the tape in our minds over and over again, we'll want to charge ahead and move onto the next thing.

Mercury in Aries is also great for opening the lines of communication and giving us the encouragement we need to say exactly what we think and feel. Since Aries is the sign of "me," we'll have the confidence to speak our minds. However, our desire to say exactly what we're thinking could become a problem when cooperation, compromise, and sensitivity are required.

Our thoughts and speech may become more courageous and innovative when Mercury and Aries get together. Flashes of insight make it easier for us to think of fresh solutions to problems that have been hanging over our heads for too long. Don't second-guess yourself. Your first thoughts are often your best ones during this transit. Catch this inspiration as fast as you can, because the Aries influence means these bursts of brilliance will disappear just as quickly as they appeared.



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Taurus Report

The next Taurus will start in 20 days, at Wednesday, 20 April, 2022

The Moon moves to Taurus in 3 days, at Sunday, 03 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Taurus in 11 days, at Monday, 11 April, 2022

Venus moves to Taurus in 59 days, at Sunday, 29 May, 2022

Mars moves to Taurus in 96 days, at Tuesday, 05 July, 2022

Uranus is currently in Taurus
The New moon is currently 28.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Gemini Report

The next Gemini will start in 51 days, at Saturday, 21 May, 2022

The Moon moves to Gemini in 5 days, at Tuesday, 05 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Gemini in 30 days, at Saturday, 30 April, 2022

Venus moves to Gemini in 84 days, at Thursday, 23 June, 2022

Mars moves to Gemini in 143 days, at Sunday, 21 August, 2022

The New moon is currently 28.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Cancer Report

The next Cancer will start in 83 days, at Wednesday, 22 June, 2022

The Moon moves to Cancer in 8 days, at Friday, 08 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Cancer in 96 days, at Tuesday, 05 July, 2022

Venus moves to Cancer in 109 days, at Monday, 18 July, 2022

Mars moves to Cancer in 360 days, at Sunday, 26 March, 2023

The New moon is currently 28.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Leo Report

The next Leo will start in 114 days, at Saturday, 23 July, 2022

The Moon moves to Leo in 10 days, at Sunday, 10 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Leo in 111 days, at Wednesday, 20 July, 2022

Venus moves to Leo in 134 days, at Friday, 12 August, 2022

The New moon is currently 28.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Virgo Report

The next Virgo will start in 145 days, at Tuesday, 23 August, 2022

The Moon moves to Virgo in 13 days, at Wednesday, 13 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Virgo in 127 days, at Friday, 05 August, 2022

Venus moves to Virgo in 158 days, at Monday, 05 September, 2022

The New moon is currently 28.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Libra Report

The next Libra will start in 176 days, at Friday, 23 September, 2022

The Moon moves to Libra in 15 days, at Friday, 15 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Libra in 148 days, at Friday, 26 August, 2022

Venus moves to Libra in 183 days, at Friday, 30 September, 2022

The New moon is currently 28.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Scorpio Report

The next Scorpio will start in 207 days, at Monday, 24 October, 2022

The Moon moves to Scorpio in 17 days, at Sunday, 17 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Scorpio in 213 days, at Sunday, 30 October, 2022

Venus moves to Scorpio in 207 days, at Monday, 24 October, 2022

The New moon is currently 28.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Sagittarius Report

The next Sagittarius will start in 237 days, at Wednesday, 23 November, 2022

The Moon moves to Sagittarius in 19 days, at Tuesday, 19 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Sagittarius in 232 days, at Friday, 18 November, 2022

Venus moves to Sagittarius in 230 days, at Wednesday, 16 November, 2022

The New moon is currently 28.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Capricorn Report

The next Capricorn will start in 266 days, at Thursday, 22 December, 2022

The Moon moves to Capricorn in 21 days, at Thursday, 21 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Capricorn in 251 days, at Wednesday, 07 December, 2022

Venus moves to Capricorn in 254 days, at Saturday, 10 December, 2022

Pluto is currently in Capricorn
The New moon is currently 28.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Aquarius Report

The next Aquarius will start in 296 days, at Saturday, 21 January, 2023

The Moon moves to Aquarius in 23 days, at Saturday, 23 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Aquarius in 318 days, at Sunday, 12 February, 2023

Venus is currently in Aquarius
Mars is currently in Aquarius
Saturn is currently in Aquarius
Pluto moves to Aquarius in 358 days, at Friday, 24 March, 2023

The New moon is currently 28.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.

Venus In Aquarius

The line between love and friendship is very thin once Venus enters Aquarius! Aquarius rules friendship and groups of all kinds, so during this transit, we often find ourselves falling for people we already know. We may realize those we’ve previously written off as "just friends" could be our perfect match. The likelihood of meeting a new lover through mutual friends and social outings also increases greatly while Venus is in Aquarius.

Aquarius is less attached to its emotions than other signs, relying more on the head than the heart when relating to others. We aren’t so interested in connecting over passionate encounters and sweet nothings while Venus is in Aquarius. Instead, we want to unite with those who think the same as we do. Aquarius’ loose grip on love gives Venus room to move, making love less sticky and partnership less confining. Those who like the warm and squishy stuff might find others a bit standoffish during this transit. However, the Aquarian approach is less possessive and can bring a needed breath of reason and fresh air to partnerships.

If in a committed relationship, Venus in Aquarius lightens the level of intimacy and encourages us to reconnect with the honesty, friendship, and common interests that drew us to our partners in the first place. Working together on an environmental or social cause that’s meaningful to both partners can also help rekindle hearts during this transit. We may even find that we feel a lot freer to be individuals within our relationships. Venus in Aquarius makes it clear that pursuing our own passions separately enriches what we bring back to our relationships.

For people who are single and ready to mingle, this is one of the best times to do it! The planet of love and desire in the sign of idealism and creativity puts an unconventional, even experimental, flair on romance, and opens our minds about who and how we love. Parties with friends, organized meetups, and protests and other social causes are hotspots for meeting like-minded lovers now. And because Aquarius also likes things a little weird, we may find ourselves interested in people and experiences that we have never been attracted to before. Long story short: The more open we are now, the more likely we are to find love.

While Venus is in Aquarius, we are drawn to modern, original forms of art and personal style. It’s a great time to experiment with new ways of dress and decor. We also find greater benefit from high-tech gadgets, and splurging on new electronics now can help us well beyond this transit.



Mars In Aquarius

Mars’ transit through Aquarius is a time to stand up for our rights and fight for change. Aquarius is a detached sign that doesn’t typically get too fired up, but Mars’ warrior-like presence here adds the fuel that is normally lacking and encourages us to champion our ideas and ideals. We are fighting for our freedoms, but we aren’t using our fists. With Mars in Aquarius, our minds are our greatest weapons.

Strength lies in fresh ideas and original plans during this transit. Traditional ways of thinking will only lead to more of the same. Mars in Aquarius is a time to identify what we want the future to look like, and to take active steps toward it. It’s not just about thinking outside the box, it’s about completely forgetting about the box. The only way to make things radically different is to act in radical ways.

Injustices and societal problems are impossible to ignore while Mars is in Aquarius. Aquarius is the humanitarian of the zodiac, and is especially concerned with what’s happening to the underdog. While Mars is firing up this sign, we can clearly see what needs to change and how. We can see not just the problems, but the solutions. There’s a powerful opportunity for reformation and revolution during this transit that we don’t always have available to us.

It’s hard to follow anyone else’s rules while Mars moves through free-thinking Aquarius. And who would want to?! Mars in Aquarius is a rebel who shoves aside traditional ways of doing things for a more original approach. We’re all capable of brilliance if we allow ourselves to disconnect from our typical patterns and feelings to embrace a brand-new, totally different way of doing things. It’s about liberating ourselves and growing into our own, bit by bit.



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Pisces Report

The next Pisces will start in 325 days, at Sunday, 19 February, 2023

The moon is currently in Pisces

Mercury moves to Pisces in 337 days, at Friday, 03 March, 2023

Venus moves to Pisces in 6 days, at Wednesday, 06 April, 2022

Mars moves to Pisces in 15 days, at Friday, 15 April, 2022

Jupiter is currently in Pisces
Saturn moves to Pisces in 342 days, at Wednesday, 08 March, 2023

Neptune is currently in Pisces
The New moon is currently 28.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.

Moon In Pisces

The moon in Pisces means you're going to get distracted by your wildest dreams. Fantasies will fill your head and you'll be soaking in it. Harness that creative energy and don't let it lead you astray. Share your visions but don't let them overwhelm you. You're smarter than that!

Let your intuition be your beacon during this Pisces moon, but watch out for being a little overly sensitive in your decision-making.

 



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Mark Vande Hei and Crew Mates Safely Land

NASA astronaut Mark Vande Hei, left, and cosmonauts Anton Shkaplerov, center, and Pyotr Dubrov are seen inside their Soyuz MS-19 spacecraft after landing.
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Aries Report


Aries Piers Morgan is 57 today! Happy Birthday!
Aries Celine Dion is 54 today! Happy Birthday!
The Waning Crescent moon is currently 27.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.

The Sun In Aries

When the Sun moves into Aries, the very first sign of the zodiac, we come back to life with a surge of excitement and motivation!

This transit initiates the spring season and a brand-new astrological year, so it’s a grand time for new beginnings. We don’t have to know where we’ll wind up, nor will we have all our strategies in place yet. The Sun in Aries is about putting things in motion, knowing we can improvise from here. 

The Aries Sun encourages us to let go of the past and the future in order to live fully in the present moment. Aries is not here to make us comfortable. It is here to spark the imagination, put a burr in the saddle, and help us start anew. It’s Aries’ pioneering energy that propels us forward, breaking old habits and patterns so we can discover new worlds.

Take the lead. Fearless Aries is a natural born leader, so adopt this courageous energy for yourself now and use it to go after something you want. But watch out that you're not going too fast. Impulsive Aries is in such a hurry to get ahead that they don’t always think about what they are doing or saying. Spontaneity is great, but if you rush too quickly you could hurt yourself or others -- both mentally and physically. Take a moment to look where you’re going and think before you speak while the Sun is in Aries.

Look for excitement! Whatever happens while the Sun is in Aries, you’re likely to be seeking out things that are new and fun and bold and different. It’s time to shake off your same-old dull routine and seize life with the renewed energy of the bold, bright Aries Sun!



Mercury In Aries

We'll all get straight to the point when mental Mercury is in assertive Aries! Aries waits for no one, so this transit is a time when our minds may grow a little (or a lot) more restless and impatient. We won't stand still or replay the tape in our minds over and over again, we'll want to charge ahead and move onto the next thing.

Mercury in Aries is also great for opening the lines of communication and giving us the encouragement we need to say exactly what we think and feel. Since Aries is the sign of "me," we'll have the confidence to speak our minds. However, our desire to say exactly what we're thinking could become a problem when cooperation, compromise, and sensitivity are required.

Our thoughts and speech may become more courageous and innovative when Mercury and Aries get together. Flashes of insight make it easier for us to think of fresh solutions to problems that have been hanging over our heads for too long. Don't second-guess yourself. Your first thoughts are often your best ones during this transit. Catch this inspiration as fast as you can, because the Aries influence means these bursts of brilliance will disappear just as quickly as they appeared.



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Taurus Report

The next Taurus will start in 21 days, at Wednesday, 20 April, 2022

The Moon moves to Taurus in 4 days, at Sunday, 03 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Taurus in 12 days, at Monday, 11 April, 2022

Venus moves to Taurus in 60 days, at Sunday, 29 May, 2022

Mars moves to Taurus in 97 days, at Tuesday, 05 July, 2022

Uranus is currently in Taurus
The Waning Crescent moon is currently 27.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Gemini Report

The next Gemini will start in 52 days, at Saturday, 21 May, 2022

The Moon moves to Gemini in 6 days, at Tuesday, 05 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Gemini in 31 days, at Saturday, 30 April, 2022

Venus moves to Gemini in 85 days, at Thursday, 23 June, 2022

Mars moves to Gemini in 144 days, at Sunday, 21 August, 2022

The Waning Crescent moon is currently 27.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Cancer Report

The next Cancer will start in 84 days, at Wednesday, 22 June, 2022

The Moon moves to Cancer in 9 days, at Friday, 08 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Cancer in 97 days, at Tuesday, 05 July, 2022

Venus moves to Cancer in 110 days, at Monday, 18 July, 2022

Mars moves to Cancer in 361 days, at Sunday, 26 March, 2023

The Waning Crescent moon is currently 27.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Leo Report

The next Leo will start in 115 days, at Saturday, 23 July, 2022

The Moon moves to Leo in 11 days, at Sunday, 10 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Leo in 112 days, at Wednesday, 20 July, 2022

Venus moves to Leo in 135 days, at Friday, 12 August, 2022

The Waning Crescent moon is currently 27.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Virgo Report

The next Virgo will start in 146 days, at Tuesday, 23 August, 2022

The Moon moves to Virgo in 14 days, at Wednesday, 13 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Virgo in 128 days, at Friday, 05 August, 2022

Venus moves to Virgo in 159 days, at Monday, 05 September, 2022

The Waning Crescent moon is currently 27.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Libra Report

The next Libra will start in 177 days, at Friday, 23 September, 2022

The Moon moves to Libra in 16 days, at Friday, 15 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Libra in 149 days, at Friday, 26 August, 2022

Venus moves to Libra in 184 days, at Friday, 30 September, 2022

The Waning Crescent moon is currently 27.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Scorpio Report

The next Scorpio will start in 208 days, at Monday, 24 October, 2022

The Moon moves to Scorpio in 18 days, at Sunday, 17 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Scorpio in 214 days, at Sunday, 30 October, 2022

Venus moves to Scorpio in 208 days, at Monday, 24 October, 2022

The Waning Crescent moon is currently 27.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Sagittarius Report

The next Sagittarius will start in 238 days, at Wednesday, 23 November, 2022

The Moon moves to Sagittarius in 20 days, at Tuesday, 19 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Sagittarius in 233 days, at Friday, 18 November, 2022

Venus moves to Sagittarius in 231 days, at Wednesday, 16 November, 2022

The Waning Crescent moon is currently 27.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Capricorn Report

The next Capricorn will start in 267 days, at Thursday, 22 December, 2022

The Moon moves to Capricorn in 22 days, at Thursday, 21 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Capricorn in 252 days, at Wednesday, 07 December, 2022

Venus moves to Capricorn in 255 days, at Saturday, 10 December, 2022

Pluto is currently in Capricorn
The Waning Crescent moon is currently 27.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.
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Aquarius Report

The next Aquarius will start in 297 days, at Saturday, 21 January, 2023

The Moon moves to Aquarius in 24 days, at Saturday, 23 April, 2022

Mercury moves to Aquarius in 319 days, at Sunday, 12 February, 2023

Venus is currently in Aquarius
Mars is currently in Aquarius
Saturn is currently in Aquarius
Pluto moves to Aquarius in 359 days, at Friday, 24 March, 2023

The Waning Crescent moon is currently 27.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.

Venus In Aquarius

The line between love and friendship is very thin once Venus enters Aquarius! Aquarius rules friendship and groups of all kinds, so during this transit, we often find ourselves falling for people we already know. We may realize those we’ve previously written off as "just friends" could be our perfect match. The likelihood of meeting a new lover through mutual friends and social outings also increases greatly while Venus is in Aquarius.

Aquarius is less attached to its emotions than other signs, relying more on the head than the heart when relating to others. We aren’t so interested in connecting over passionate encounters and sweet nothings while Venus is in Aquarius. Instead, we want to unite with those who think the same as we do. Aquarius’ loose grip on love gives Venus room to move, making love less sticky and partnership less confining. Those who like the warm and squishy stuff might find others a bit standoffish during this transit. However, the Aquarian approach is less possessive and can bring a needed breath of reason and fresh air to partnerships.

If in a committed relationship, Venus in Aquarius lightens the level of intimacy and encourages us to reconnect with the honesty, friendship, and common interests that drew us to our partners in the first place. Working together on an environmental or social cause that’s meaningful to both partners can also help rekindle hearts during this transit. We may even find that we feel a lot freer to be individuals within our relationships. Venus in Aquarius makes it clear that pursuing our own passions separately enriches what we bring back to our relationships.

For people who are single and ready to mingle, this is one of the best times to do it! The planet of love and desire in the sign of idealism and creativity puts an unconventional, even experimental, flair on romance, and opens our minds about who and how we love. Parties with friends, organized meetups, and protests and other social causes are hotspots for meeting like-minded lovers now. And because Aquarius also likes things a little weird, we may find ourselves interested in people and experiences that we have never been attracted to before. Long story short: The more open we are now, the more likely we are to find love.

While Venus is in Aquarius, we are drawn to modern, original forms of art and personal style. It’s a great time to experiment with new ways of dress and decor. We also find greater benefit from high-tech gadgets, and splurging on new electronics now can help us well beyond this transit.



Mars In Aquarius

Mars’ transit through Aquarius is a time to stand up for our rights and fight for change. Aquarius is a detached sign that doesn’t typically get too fired up, but Mars’ warrior-like presence here adds the fuel that is normally lacking and encourages us to champion our ideas and ideals. We are fighting for our freedoms, but we aren’t using our fists. With Mars in Aquarius, our minds are our greatest weapons.

Strength lies in fresh ideas and original plans during this transit. Traditional ways of thinking will only lead to more of the same. Mars in Aquarius is a time to identify what we want the future to look like, and to take active steps toward it. It’s not just about thinking outside the box, it’s about completely forgetting about the box. The only way to make things radically different is to act in radical ways.

Injustices and societal problems are impossible to ignore while Mars is in Aquarius. Aquarius is the humanitarian of the zodiac, and is especially concerned with what’s happening to the underdog. While Mars is firing up this sign, we can clearly see what needs to change and how. We can see not just the problems, but the solutions. There’s a powerful opportunity for reformation and revolution during this transit that we don’t always have available to us.

It’s hard to follow anyone else’s rules while Mars moves through free-thinking Aquarius. And who would want to?! Mars in Aquarius is a rebel who shoves aside traditional ways of doing things for a more original approach. We’re all capable of brilliance if we allow ourselves to disconnect from our typical patterns and feelings to embrace a brand-new, totally different way of doing things. It’s about liberating ourselves and growing into our own, bit by bit.



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Pisces Report

The next Pisces will start in 326 days, at Sunday, 19 February, 2023

The moon is currently in Pisces

Mercury moves to Pisces in 338 days, at Friday, 03 March, 2023

Venus moves to Pisces in 7 days, at Wednesday, 06 April, 2022

Mars moves to Pisces in 16 days, at Friday, 15 April, 2022

Jupiter is currently in Pisces
Saturn moves to Pisces in 343 days, at Wednesday, 08 March, 2023

Neptune is currently in Pisces
The Waning Crescent moon is currently 27.5 days old. The next new moon is at 6:27:39, 1 Apr 2022. The next full moon is at 18:57:32, 16 Apr 2022.

Moon In Pisces

The moon in Pisces means you're going to get distracted by your wildest dreams. Fantasies will fill your head and you'll be soaking in it. Harness that creative energy and don't let it lead you astray. Share your visions but don't let them overwhelm you. You're smarter than that!

Let your intuition be your beacon during this Pisces moon, but watch out for being a little overly sensitive in your decision-making.

 



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The Sky This Week, 2022 March 29 - April 4

The Leo Triplet of galaxies, imaged 2022 March 27 from Mollusk, Virginia
The "Leo Triplet" of galaxies, NGC3628 (left), Messier 65 & 66 (right, top & bottom), imaged 2022 March 27 from Mollusk, Virginia
with an Explore Scientific AR102 10.2-cm (4-inch) f/6,5 refractor, Celestron AVX equatorial mount,
and a ZWO Optical ASI183MC CMOS imager. These galaxies are about 35 million light-years away.

The Moon returns to the evening sky by the end of the week.  The first of April’s two New Moons occurs on the 1st at 2:24 am Eastern Daylight Time.  You should be able to see the slender crescent Moon in the western sky in the deepening twilight on the evening of the 2nd.  If you want a true observing challenge, try to spot the hairline lunar crescent just above the western horizon on the 1st.  Luna will only be 18 hours past New for observers on the east coast of the U.S., and you might need binoculars to spot her.  You will need to have a clear evening and a flat western horizon as the crescent will only be two degrees above the horizon some 20 minutes after sunset.  Observers on the west coast will have a somewhat better chance to see this very young crescent since they will have an ocean horizon and the Moon will be slightly higher in the fading twilight.  Luna quickly climbs into the evening sky, and you will find her cozying up to the Pleiades star cluster on the evening of the 4th.

You still have a few nights to contribute observations to the Globe at Night citizen-science program.  As we mentioned last week, the target constellation is Leo, the Lion, which is high in the eastern sky by 10:00 pm local time.  Leo’s outline should be easy to find from semi-rural skies, and his brightest stars should be visible from the suburbs in the absence of direct night lighting.  I had a chance to see him in all of his regal feline glory this past weekend from Virginia’s Northern Neck, and I submitted an observing report to the Globe at Night web app using my smart phone while out with my telescope.  The current campaign runs through the 2nd, so you still have a few chances to make your own contribution to science in the crisp of a spring night.

Winter’s bright constellations are still prominent in the western sky as evening twilight fades to night.  The distinctive pattern of Orion is well-placed in the southwestern sky at 9:00 pm, and his bright companion stars are still easy to spot.  If you have binoculars or a small low-power telescope, sweep the area between Orion and the bright yellow star Capella in Auriga where you will find a number of bright star clusters.  Another good hunting ground for these is the area bounded by the stars Betelgeuse in Orion, Sirius in Canis Major, and Procyon in Canis Minor.  Here you will find a faint region of the Milky Way and the obscure constellation of Monoceros, the Unicorn.

As Leo moves to the meridian by midnight, the star clusters and nebulae of the winter sky are replaced by fuzzy objects of an entirely different nature.  The area bounded by Denebola, the “tail” of Leo, the bright rose-tinted star Arcturus, and the bright blue star Spica is speckled with hundreds of external galaxies that belong to the Virgo Galaxy Cluster.  Several dozen of the brighter ones can be seen inn small telescopes, and larger apertures reveal several hundred more.  The heart of the cluster is located about 50 million light years away from us, but we still “feel” its influence.  Our Milky Way galaxy is a far-flung member of cluster.

Between us and the Virgo cluster is a scattered group of faint stars that can only be easily seen under dark skies.  Its brightest stars are only of fourth magnitude in brightness, but up to 60 stars may be glimpsed far from urban areas.  The group has been recognized since the time of Ptolemy as the constellation Coma Berenices, the Hair of Queen Berenice, which she offered as a sacrifice for the safe return of her husband from battle in 245 BCE.  About 50 of the visible stars are part of a star cluster located 290 light-years away.

The bright planets are still clustered in the pre-dawn sky, visible in the southeast as morning twilight begins to brighten the sky.  Venus leads the parade, beaming brightly through the gradual increase in sky brightness.  Trailing a few degrees to the right of Venus is ruddy Mars, and in between the two is the yellow glow of Saturn.  Watch mars close in on Saturn by the end of the week.  On the morning of the 5th they will be less than half a degree apart.

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