Moon Energy

11/30/2025

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After 20 years of trying, astronomers finally saw this flare.

For the first time, scientists have detected a mid-infrared flare from Sagittarius A* – the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way. It lasted just 40 minutes, but what it revealed could reshape our understanding of black holes and the magnetic chaos around them.

The flare was caught by the James Webb Space Telescope, using its ultra-sensitive mid-infrared instruments. Until now, astronomers had seen flares from this black hole in radio, near-infrared, and X-ray – but the middle of the infrared spectrum was missing. This detection fills a long-standing observational gap.

So what caused the flare?

Models suggest it was triggered by magnetic reconnection – when two twisted magnetic field lines around the black hole snapped together and released a burst of energy. That energy launched relativistic electrons (nearly at the speed of light), which spiraled through magnetic fields and emitted synchrotron radiation – the light JWST captured.

Even more exciting, scientists saw how the flare’s spectral index changed over time – direct evidence of synchrotron cooling, where high-speed particles lose energy as they emit light. That let them measure the strength of magnetic fields near the event horizon with unprecedented clarity.

These observations, backed by simulations run on Canadian supercomputers, help unlock how black holes feed, flare, and shape the galaxies around them.

Read the study:
"Mid-infrared extinction toward the Galactic center." arXiv, 2025.

📸Credit: CfA/Mel Weiss

11/17/2025

🌠 Stargazers, Tonight Is the Night!

The Leonid meteor shower reaches its peak tonight, delivering one of November’s most dazzling sky displays. Expect quick, bright shooting stars slicing across the darkness as Earth passes through the debris stream left behind by Comet Tempel–Tuttle.

✨ When to watch: Late tonight through early morning on November 18
How to watch: Just step outside under a dark sky — no telescope or binoculars required!

For full details, check out: https://astronomynews.site/?p=601

11/06/2025

✨ Look Up Tonight!
On the evening of November 6, 2025, the Moon will appear very close to the Pleiades (The Seven Sisters) — one of the most famous star clusters in the sky.

🌙 What’s Happening?
The Moon will pass near the Pleiades in the constellation Ta**us, creating a beautiful celestial pairing that you can enjoy with the naked eye — no telescope needed.

🔭 How to Watch:
• After sunset, look toward the eastern sky.
• Find the bright Moon, then look for a small group of blue, shimmering stars nearby.
• For the best view, choose a dark location away from city lights.
• Beaches, mountains, and open fields are perfect spots.

💫 About the Pleiades:
The Pleiades are a cluster of young stars often called The Seven Sisters in mythology, symbolizing family, unity, and ancient sky stories across many cultures.

📷 Photography Tip:
Because the Moon is bright, use short exposures.
A smartphone on a tripod works surprisingly well!

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🌍 The sky always has something to say — all you have to do is look up.

08/03/2025

07/17/2025

The Moon’s not done with us yet. 🌙✨

Here are the remaining full moons of 2025, and each one has something magical to offer whether it’s a name rooted in tradition, a lunar eclipse, or a jaw-dropping supermoon.

📅 July 10 – Buck Moon
Named for the time when male deer (bucks) begin growing new antlers. This mid-summer moon kicks off the season of full moon wonder.

📅 August 9 – Sturgeon Moon
Tied to the abundance of sturgeon fish once found in North American lakes, this moon casts a deep, serene glow during the dog days of summer.

📅 September 7 – Blood Moon Eclipse
This isn’t just a full moon—it’s a lunar eclipse, giving the moon a dramatic reddish hue as Earth’s shadow slides across it. Don’t miss this hauntingly beautiful sky event.

📅 October 7 – First Supermoon of the Year
Bigger. Brighter. Closer. This supermoon appears larger than usual because it’s at its closest point to Earth (perigee). Get ready for lunar drama.

📅 November 5 – Biggest & Brightest Moon of the Year
The ultimate supermoon of 2025! This one is the closest of them all—lighting up the sky with breathtaking brilliance. If you only catch one, let it be this.

📅 December 4 – Last Supermoon of the Year
This isn’t just a full moon it’s a lunar eclipse, giving the moon a dramatic reddish hue as Earth’s shadow slides across it. Don’t miss this hauntingly beautiful sky event.

🌠 Whether you're a seasoned skywatcher or just moon-curious, mark these dates and look up. Because when the Moon shows off, you don’t want to miss it.

🌝 Happy Moon-gazing!

02/28/2025

🌌 LOOK UP: A Rare Planetary Parade on February 28, 2025! 🪐✨
This Friday, February 28, seven planets—Saturn, Mercury, Neptune, Venus, Uranus, Jupiter, and Mars—will align in a once-in-a-decade celestial event! 🌠
🔭 What to Expect:
Visible to the naked eye: Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, and Mars. 👀
Binoculars/telescope needed: Uranus & Neptune. 🔭
Hardest to spot: Saturn, due to its proximity to the Sun. ☀️
For the best view, head to a dark location with clear skies just after sunset and witness this spectacular cosmic lineup! 🌍🚀

02/27/2025

The total lunar eclipse will occur on March 14-15, 2025. It will last approximately 65 minutes, during which the Moon will shift from its usual bright white to a deep red or brown shade.

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02/14/2025

✨ Mark your calendars, skygazers! 🌌 Here are the upcoming space events you won’t want to miss:

🚀 February 20-28: Grand Planetary Alignment
All seven planets will be visible in the sky at once! In the short window after sunset, Venus, Jupiter, and Mars will shine brightly, while Saturn and Mercury will be closer to the western horizon—requiring a clear view to spot them.

🌕 March 14: Total Lunar Eclipse (Blood Moon)
A mesmerizing Blood Moon will grace the skies! This total lunar eclipse will be visible from the Americas, Antarctica, Alaska, and parts of Africa.

🪐 March 23: Saturn’s Ring Plane Crossing
Saturn's rings will disappear from view for a short time as we observe them edge-on from Earth!

🌑 March 29: Partial Solar Eclipse
The Moon will cover up to 93% of the Sun at its peak! 🌞🌑 This eclipse will last nearly four hours, starting at 4:51 AM EDT, and will be visible from parts of the Americas, Europe, and Africa.

☄️ April 22: Lyrid Meteor Shower
A dazzling meteor shower producing 10-15 meteors per hour! 🌠 Since the radiant rises before midnight, try spotting meteors before the fat crescent Moon rises after midnight.

🌙 April 25: Triple Conjunction – A Smiley Face in the Sky
The waning crescent Moon will align with Venus and Saturn, forming an enchanting "smiley face" in the sky!

🌌 Wishing you clear skies and bright sights! Happy sky-gazing 💜

06/21/2023

Reflect, Embrace and Celebrate

04/16/2023

Check this out!

Thousands of people are flocking to Exmouth in Western Australia this month hoping to catch a solar eclipse. So what are solar eclipses, and how much will the rest of Australia see?

04/06/2023

There is something special in the air.

THE PINK MOON of APRIL ~

The Pink Moon will bring you the opportunity to grow closer or shatter apart. Expect exciting declarations of Love ~ or be ready to assess where you stand in your partnerships.

The Pink Moon signifies Change and Renewal.
During this time ~

Breathe in silence. Quiet yourself and Listen to the Silence.
Light a candle. Stare into the flame for visualize Peace.
Write down your intentions for the coming month.
Visualize your goal ~ and be specific.
Play your drum ~ or flute ~ or symbols as a sign of Love and Respect for the Universe.