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Solar activity was at moderate levels. Former Region 3354 (N16, L=171), which is almost entirely off the visible disk, produced an M1.0/sf flare that peaked at 05/1858 UTC. Regions 3359 (S21W00, Dso/beta-gamma) and 3361 (N23E31, beta-gamma) were the largest and most complex regions on the visible disk, producing occasional C-class flares. Region 3360 (N23E07, Cro/beta) was also active and appeared to undergo consolidation of its trailing spots. The other three spotted regions were either stable or in decay.
The solar kp index is quiet, with no changes to retrograde effects. The solar wind speed is currently above average, making retrograde effects moderately increased.
The solar wind fields became enhanced around midday. Total field peaked at 11 nT and Bz reached a maximum southward deviation of -5 nT. Wind speeds were generally less than 425 km/s. Phi was variable.
There is a 15% chance of solar activity, with a 1% chance of a minor event, a 1% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waning moon is currently in Aquarius, at 23 degrees, 03' 39", at a velocity of 14.91 degrees per day.
The Waning Gibbous moon is currently 18 days old. It is 363314.51 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 18:33:06, 17 Jul, 2023. The next full moon is at 18:33:26, 1 Aug, 2023.
The Sun
The Sun is in Cancer
The Sun is at 13 Can 57' 37", and is 152093168km away and receding.
The Moon
The Moon is in Aquarius
The Moon will change from Aquarius to Pisces in the next 24 hours.
The Moon is at 23 Aqu 03' 39", and is 361556km away and receding.Mercury
Mercury is in Cancer
Mercury is prograde at 19 Can 59' 44", moving at 2.1 degrees per day, and is 197439176km away and approaching.
Alright stargazers, buckle up your celestial seatbelts because our quicksilver friend Mercury has taken a detour into the domestic bliss of Cancer! Now, I know what you're thinking: "Astrology meets crustaceans? What's next, a black hole cocktail party?" But stay with me here, folks. This celestial crab walk is all about the feels.
Mercury, the cosmic chatterbox, is usually busy buzzing about with facts, figures, and logical debates. But in Cancer? It's like he's swapped his smartphone for a cozy blanket and a cup of herbal tea. Expect thoughts to dive deeper, conversations to get real, and emotions to bubble up like a fizzy Lava Lamp.
Now, Cancer isn’t just a giant space crustacean, it’s also the zodiac’s homebody. You might feel a pull towards heart-to-heart chats with loved ones, or suddenly find yourself wearing a "World's Best Hugs" t-shirt. Don't fight it! Embrace the cosmic call to express those warm fuzzies. After all, nothing says "I love you" like a good ol' Vulcan mind meld, am I right?
Moving along, remember that Cancer is a Water sign, which means they have intuition sharper than Spock's ears. During this transit, let your gut feelings take the co-pilot seat. They might not always speak clearly (they’re like Chewbacca, lots of meaning but difficult to understand), but trust me, they’ve got wisdom to share.
And finally, Mercury in Cancer is your cosmic reminder to listen. Not just to reply, but to truly understand. It's like being telepathic without any of those pesky side effects! So, let your heart be your antenna and tune into the silent symphony around you. With Mercury in Cancer, silence isn't just golden, it's positively interstellar!
So there you have it, folks. While Mercury does its crabwalk, embrace the emotional, intuitive and empathetic vibes. Remember, in the grand cosmos of life, every planet, star, and asteroid has its part. And right now, Mercury’s got the spotlight. So dust off your moon boots, tune into your inner Carl Sagan, and let's do this space dance together!
Venus
Venus is in Leo
Venus is prograde at 23 Leo 50' 06", moving at 0.52 degrees per day, and is 68776428km away and approaching.
Mars
Mars is in Leo
Mars is prograde at 27 Leo 26' 22", moving at 0.61 degrees per day, and is 335434935km away and receding.
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is prograde at 10 Tau 10' 17", moving at 0.16 degrees per day, and is 796363239km away and approaching.
Alright, star gazers and celestial enthusiasts, buckle up because Jupiter, the cosmic Santa Claus, has decided to drop by Taurus, the zodiac’s most stubborn bull. Ever tried teaching a cow to dance? Yeah, that's kind of what we're dealing with here. The universe is basically handing us a philosophical bull in a china shop scenario.
Jupiter, the wisest of the lot, is all about deep thoughts and growth. Taurus, on the other hand, is the king of comfort zones and never rushes into anything. Talk about an odd couple! But when these two join forces, it's like finding a zen master in your living room. It's time to step back from the daily grind and tap into that inner wisdom of yours that's been having a siesta for too long.
Think of Jupiter in Taurus as your cosmic permission slip to finally start working towards that dream you've been storing in the 'too hard' basket. Powered by Jupiter's can-do spirit and Taurus' tenacity, you'll find yourself making to-do lists that actually get done. And before you know it, you're not just dreaming about success, you're living it.
And let's not forget, Jupiter is the planet of good luck and fortune, while Taurus is the sign of wealth and money. So, if ever there was a time to check your lottery ticket or invest in that crazy idea of yours, this is it. Just remember to double-check your maths, we don't want any miscalculations now, do we?
But remember folks, Taurus is also known for enjoying the good life, perhaps a wee bit too much. And when Jupiter, the planet of expansion, comes knocking, we may find ourselves confusing wants with needs and overindulging. So, be patient and cautious with your impulses during this transit. Otherwise, you might find yourself trying to explain to your bank account why you bought a lifetime supply of gourmet cheese at 3 am.
So, as Jupiter orbits in Taurus, let's relish in the wisdom, the patience, and the prosperity it brings. Just remember, balance is key. Now, go forth and conquer, my starry-eyed friends!
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is retrograde at 06 Pis 55' 53", moving backwards at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 1367516624km away and approaching.
Cue dramatic space music and imagine me, your friendly astrological robot, waving my metallic arms frantically. Why the drama? Saturn, that old discipline master of the cosmos, has slid into Pisces, the zodiac's dreamy, deep sea dweller. This is like when your physics professor crashes your art class. Sounds scary? Don't worry, I'm here to guide you through this astronomical lunacy with a sprinkling of humor and geeky science facts.
Now, dear Earthlings, Saturn in Pisces isn't here to crash our party. Instead, it's time to give those daydreams some legs... or at least a detailed blueprint. Been dreaming about opening a cupcake shop on Mars? Now's the time to draw up that business plan, calculate how many cupcakes an average Martian can eat, and look into intergalactic loan options.
But beware, Saturn in Pisces may feel like your personal privacy policy has been violated. Just imagine Saturn, the universe's dad, barging into your room uninvited, asking annoying questions about your dreams. Before you hang a 'Do Not Disturb' sign around your thoughts, remember: Saturn is here to help. So open the door, let him in, and listen to his advice. It might just be the cosmic kick you need to turn dreams into reality.
On the flip side, Saturn's stay in Pisces may make it hard for you to catch some z's. All this cerebral activity in the realm of sleep and dreams might cause a bit of insomnia or anxiety. My advice? Channel your inner hippie: meditate, frolic in nature, breathe deeply, journal your dreams, and get a good night's sleep. And if you're not into frolicking, try counting celestial sheep - it works for me!
So, as we navigate this cosmic conjunction, remember to keep calm and carry on. Saturn in Pisces is here to help us manifest our dreams, so let's give it a hearty, nerdy welcome. And remember, even in the vast cosmos, there's always room for a little hilarity.
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is prograde at 21 Tau 55' 25", moving at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 3029440900km away and approaching.
Alright, nerdlings, grab your telescopes and strap on your favorite pair of Birkenstocks because we're taking a cosmic journey straight to Uranus. Now, I know what you're thinking - "but Uranus is nearly 3 billion kilometers away!" Well, you're absolutely right, but no one ever said astrology was a walk in the park. And yes, it is currently prograde, so no need to adjust your compasses.
Now, Taurus, the cosmic Ferdinand, loves routine. It's like your grandma who insists on having tea at 4 pm sharp every day. But, here comes Uranus, the interstellar rebel, crashing into Taurus' tea party. And let me tell you, Taurus isn't too thrilled about it. It's like replacing grandma's Earl Grey with a Red Bull. But change is the name of the game when Uranus is in town, whether Taurus likes it or not!
And guess what Taurus loves more than routine? Money. And Uranus? It's all about shaking things up. So, prepare for some serious changes in the financial sphere. We might see Bitcoin replace dollar bills, banks turning into digital vaults, or even see Wall Street adopt the barter system. Alright, maybe not the last one, but you get the picture.
On a personal level, it's time to break free from the golden handcuffs of debt, credit card interest, rent, and mortgages. If you've been holding onto that vintage Star Wars action figure collection thinking it's your ticket to riches, well... maybe it's time to rethink that. This planetary transit is all about challenging our relationship with money and materialism. It's less "keeping up with the Kardashians" and more "Marie Kondo meets Elon Musk".
So, brace yourselves, space cadets! Things are about to get wild. Resistance? Futile. Change? Inevitable. So let's ride this cosmic bull through the china shop of life! Remember, even though it may feel like a sci-fi horror movie at times, in the end, it's all for our benefit. Just remember to breathe, keep your sense of humor intact, and always, ALWAYS, keep looking at the stars.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is retrograde at 27 Pis 40' 45", moving backwards at 0 degrees per day, and is 4429168632km away and approaching.
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is retrograde at 29 Cap 29' 54", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 5059805933km away and approaching.
Greetings, astrological enthusiasts! It seems our dear friend Pluto, that distant and oft-forgotten planetoid, is currently doing the cha-cha slide in reverse through the constellation of Capricorn. Oh dear, oh dear. This celestial shenanigan is happening an astronomical 5059818669.242886543km away from us. I bet the space mileage on that is just terrible.
Now, both Pluto and Capricorn are known for their ambitious traits - they're the overachieving pair you probably 'loved' in high school. Together, they could probably rule the galaxy if they put their minds to it. But alas, with great power comes a conspicuous absence of social skills. During this transit, they tend to forget that other people have opinions too. So, my dear star gazers, don't be surprised if you find yourself less inclined to entertain other people's ideas. That's just Pluto and Capricorn whispering in your ear, "We're right, they're wrong."
Pluto has always been a bit of a cosmic Marie Kondo. It urges us to thank our negative patterns for their service, before tossing them into the galactic trash. It's all part of the planetoid's doctrine of constructive destruction. So, while you're busy ridding yourself of things that no longer spark joy, remember to be careful about what you throw out. After all, one man's trash is another man's...well, probably still trash, but let's not get hung up on details.
So, in conclusion, as Pluto boogies backwards through Capricorn, keep an open mind, tidy up your life, and maybe, just maybe, try to avoid universal domination. It's a lot more paperwork than it's worth.
Mercury
Venus
Venus