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Solar activity reached moderate levels due to low level M-class activity from Regions 3376 (N23W68, Dai/beta) and 3380 (S11E39, Cao/beta). Ten designated sunspot groups were present on the visible solar disk and background X-ray flux continued at C-class levels. Region 3376 underwent some growth and nearly developed a mixed polarity signature, but the region was too foreshortened for a better analysis. New NOAA/SWPC Region 3384 (S14E54, Bxo/beta) was assigned to a set of spots just southeast of Region 3380. All other spot groups were little changed or had no significant development. No new Earth-directed CMEs were observed in available coronagraph imagery.
The solar kp index is active, reinforcing retrograde effects. The solar wind speed is currently above average, making retrograde effects moderately increased.
Solar wind parameters were indicative of a slow regime until approximately 25/2155 UTC, when a shock was observed at L1. Total field was steady at 6 nT before increasing to a maximum of 15 nT. Total field was at benign levels before reaching a maximum southward deviation of -11 nT. Solar wind speed increased from ~380-550 km/s. Phi was predominantly negative.
There is a 35% chance of solar activity, with a 15% chance of a minor event, a 5% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waxing moon is currently in Scorpio, at 07 degrees, 03' 11", at a velocity of 12.72 degrees per day.
The First Quarter moon is currently 7.7 days old. It is 388710.9 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 9:38:49, 16 Aug, 2023. The next full moon is at 1:37:05, 31 Aug, 2023.
The Sun
The Sun is in Leo
The Sun is at 03 Leo 02' 38", and is 151947543km away and approaching.
The Moon
The Moon is in Scorpio
The Moon is at 07 Sco 03' 11", and is 389204km away and approaching.
Mercury
Mercury is in Leo
Mercury is prograde at 26 Leo 09' 55", moving at 1.5 degrees per day, and is 165244948km away and approaching.
Venus
Venus is in Leo
Venus is retrograde at 28 Leo 24' 09", moving backwards at 0.13 degrees per day, and is 50207735km away and approaching.
Mars
Mars is in Virgo
Mars is prograde at 09 Vir 40' 35", moving at 0.62 degrees per day, and is 351542826km away and receding.
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is prograde at 13 Tau 02' 02", moving at 0.12 degrees per day, and is 753269354km away and approaching.
So, Jupiter, the big man on campus, is now hanging out in Taurus. Picture it like this: Jupiter is that laid-back philosophy professor who always has a twinkle in his eye and an interesting anecdote from his travels to share. Taurus, on the other hand, is that buddy of yours who absolutely loves a good feast and insists on counting pennies to ensure they're not getting short-changed.
When Jupiter's wisdom and wanderlust collide with Taurus' love of comfort and careful planning, you can expect some interesting developments. It's like having Yoda and Scrooge McDuck in your corner. You're going to find yourself thinking deep thoughts while also preparing a meticulously detailed budget for your next gourmet dinner party.
Jupiter in Taurus is like having a life coach who encourages you to reach for the stars, but also reminds you to stop and smell the roses (and maybe invest in a rose garden while you're at it). It's about growth, prosperity, and enjoying life's pleasures—but in a practical, well-planned way.
Sure, life can be pretty sweet when Jupiter is in Taurus. Think of it as a cosmic jackpot—Jupiter brings the luck, and Taurus knows how to manage the winnings. But remember folks, while Taurus might be tempted to blow it all on a gold-plated hot tub, Jupiter would suggest a spa day and investing the rest. Balance, my friends.
So, keep in mind, during this transit, that just because you suddenly want to buy a yacht doesn't mean you should. Remember, slow and steady wins the race. Or in this case, ends up with a solid savings account and a really comfortable couch.
And hey, if you do decide to splurge a little, just make sure you're doing it for the right reasons. Because let's face it - no amount of luxury can compare to the wisdom of understanding the universe... or at least trying to understand why we find cat videos so darn entertaining. Cheers!
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is retrograde at 06 Pis 03' 17", moving backwards at 0.06 degrees per day, and is 1333606692km away and approaching.
Alright, stargazers, grab your spacesuits and moon boots because with Saturn in Pisces, we're taking a deep dive into the cosmic waters of our dreams. Yup, our ringed taskmaster is vacationing in the zodiac's dreamland, and it's like pairing Spock with the Yellow Submarine. Expect some wild dreamscapes, folks!
With a whopping 1333653969.289704323km separating us, you might think old Saturn's not paying much attention. Think again! Just because he's off playing Neptune doesn't mean he won't be asking tough questions about your daydreams. It's like having a physics professor crash your D&D game - awkward, but probably useful.
Sure, Saturn in Pisces can be challenging, like trying to explain quantum mechanics to a goldfish. But trust me, this is the perfect time to gather all those unicorns and rainbows from your daydreams and draft them into a solid plan. Write that business plan, budget like a pro, investigate loan options. Put on your science goggles and dissect those dreams!
Now, I'm not saying it's all sunshine and space kittens, folks. With Pisces ruling sleep and dreams, you might find yourself tossing and turning like a satellite in unstable orbit. Don't panic! This is the perfect opportunity to practice your Jedi mind control. Meditate, take a long walk on the beach (or pretend you're on an alien planet), deep breathe like Darth Vader, and don't forget to keep a dream journal handy. Who knows, you might dream up the next big sci-fi blockbuster!
So, buckle up, space cadets, because Saturn in Pisces is here to coach us towards our biggest dreams. And remember, just like the Alien from Alien, it might seem scary at first, but if we face it with courage (and maybe a flame thrower), we can conquer anything!
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is prograde at 22 Tau 36' 18", moving at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 2985242357km away and approaching.
Well, folks, hitch up your trousers and tighten your suspenders, because Uranus is roaming around in Taurus, and it's about as subtle as a bull in a china shop. Only this isn't just any china shop; it's the cosmic china shop of life, and Taurus -- who really appreciates a good cuppa without any cracks -- is not here for it.
Now, Taurus is usually the kind of sign that likes to kick back, munch on some celestial grass and enjoy the stellar view. But Uranus? Uranus is that eccentric cousin who shows up unannounced, rearranges your furniture, then leaves you to deal with the new feng shui. So, you can imagine the level of cosmic awkwardness happening right now.
And let's talk about moolah, baby. Taurus loves it, knows how to make it, and certainly knows how to spend it. But Uranus being in town is like inviting a rogue day trader to take over Wall Street. It's a wild ride, folks, so buckle up. We're talking revolutionary shifts in handling money, from the way we perceive currency to potentially shaking up banks and stock markets. It's like bringing a science experiment to an economy class.
On the home front, Uranus in Taurus is giving us a cosmic nudge (or shove) to reevaluate our relationship with money and material possessions. Do we really need that 5th pair of shoes or another gizmo gathering dust? Uranus is here to break those golden shackles of consumerism, freeing us from debts and the endless cycle of buy now, pay...whenever.
Resisting these changes is like trying to stop a supernova with a water pistol. Spoiler: It's not going to work. Instead, let's embrace the cosmic shake-up. After all, who knows? We might end up finding a much better place in our universal journey, and these changes could stick around longer than Pluto's demotion to a dwarf planet. Remember, folks, change is the only constant, even in the cosmos!
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is retrograde at 27 Pis 31' 01", moving backwards at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 4384124356km away and approaching.
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is retrograde at 29 Cap 01' 42", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 5056945201km away and receding.
The Sun
Mercury
Mars