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North America’s celestial highlights for the week ahead, which also apply to mid-northern latitudes in the northern hemisphere.

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Venus is now shining brightly as the “Evening Star” after sunset. It will reach its highest in August and peak brightness in September and it dominates the night sky.

Look west after sunset to catch Venus shining beside a delicate crescent moon in the twilight sky.