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Discovery and Characteristics of 2024 PT5 In August 2024, the Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS) in Maui spotted a small asteroid, later named 2024 PT5. This celestial visitor was confirmed as a rare mini-moon, measuring about 33 feet wide—roughly the size of a school bus. While large for a […]
Setting Intentions Find a comfortable spot and take a breath, feeling the energy of the full moon. With pen and paper, write down what you want to release, using positive language. For example, "I am free from stress." Next, focus on your future aspirations. Write empowering statements like "I attract […]
Understanding Full Moon Energy Full moons occur every 29.5 days as the Earth, Sun, and Moon align. This November, the full Moon in Taurus on the 15th brings a grounding force amidst potential turbulence. Known as the Mourning or Darkest Depths Moon, it's an opportunity to reflect on material comforts […]
Preparation Essentials Gather your items for the full moon ritual: rose oil, a bright red rose, a mirror, and a bowl of water with rose petals. Each element plays a role in creating a meaningful experience. Rose oil, known for its loving energy, sets the mood. Add a few petals […]
NASA's Earth Observing Missions NASA's journey into understanding Earth's atmosphere began with the launch of TIROS, the first meteorological satellite, in 1960. This milestone marked the dawn of a new era, offering unprecedented insights into weather patterns through orbiting eyes. Subsequent satellites like ESSA and ATS expanded these capabilities, contributing […]
Proxima b Sun Events Proxima b orbits Proxima Centauri, our closest star neighbor just 4.24 light-years away. This rocky planet sits in its star's habitable zone, hinting at possible liquid water and life. Watching sunrises and sunsets on Proxima b gives us a peek into alien worlds, where days and […]
Significance of October Full Moon The October 2024 full moon, known as the Hunter's Moon, offers a chance for personal growth. This autumnal moon symbolizes harvest and preparation, inviting us to clear mental and emotional clutter. This lunar phase highlights our inner world, urging us to identify and release limiting […]
Historical and Cultural Significance The October full moon, known as the Hunter's Moon, holds deep cultural importance across various societies, particularly in Native American traditions. Before artificial lighting, communities relied on lunar phases as natural calendars to mark crucial activities like harvesting and hunting. The Hunter's Moon follows the Harvest […]
Lunar Asymmetry and the Big Splat Theory The moon's uneven sides have puzzled scientists, but Erik Asphaug proposes an intriguing explanation called the "Big Splat." This theory suggests that Earth once had two moons, with a smaller companion moon crashing into the larger one millions of years ago. This collision […]
Satellite Technology in Weather Forecasting In 2020, severe storms caused billions in damage across the Midwest. Penn State scientists improved forecasts by integrating satellite data with computer models, focusing on derechos—fierce storm lines—to predict areas of strongest winds. Yunji Zhang's team demonstrated the value of combining satellite observations with traditional […]
