Astronomy

The Sky Today on Monday, May 18: The Moon hangs with Venus

The Moon is now just over two days old, a sliver of its eastern limb lit by the Sun as sunrise slowly crawls across the nearside. Catch the delicate crescent this evening, when it stands just 2° ...

How NASA’s Next Moon Mission Could Change the Global Economy

The next competitive frontier may be off-world logistics: lunar cargo, surface transport, robotics, and power systems.
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New moon of May 2026 brings stunning views of the Milky Way, Venus and Mars

See dazzling planets, the Milky Way and a trio of celestial animals brightening the spring sky around May's new moon.

Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on May 18

The Moon is starting to reappear.

May's New Moon Opens a Doorway of Opportunity and 3 Zodiac Signs Are Marking Huge Milestones

May's new moon in Taurus, which will be a supermoon, has much in store when it comes to pursuing new opportunities ...
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Eid al Adha 2026 date confirmed in Saudi Arabia as moon sighting marks start of Dhul Hijjah

Saudi Arabia has officially confirmed the Bakrid 2026 or Eid Al Adha date following the crescent moon sighting announcement.

Rare ‘blue micro Moon’ will appear in UK on 1 date in May

A rare blue micro moon will be visible in UK skies this month in a phenomenon that only occurs every two to three years.
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Zilhajj moon sighted: KSA announces Hajj on 26th

Saudi Arabia's Supreme Court on Sunday announced the beginning of the lunar month of Zilhajj, stating that that pilgrims performing Hajj will stand at Arafat on Tuesday, May 26 while Eidul Azha will ...