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Solar activity reached moderate levels with M-class flare activity from Region 3421 (N14W14, Dai/Beta). The first, and largest, occurred at 05/0812 UTC and reached a max of M2. The second, an M1.2, reached its maximum at 05/1945 UTC. Region 3424 was numbered this period as it began to rotate into view on the far north east limb and produced a C7.2 flare at 05/0937 UTC. The remaining active regions were either relatively 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 environment reflected shock arrival beginning at approximately 05/1444 UTC, likely from a 01 Sep CME that was modeled to miss just south and behind Earths orbit. During this time, total field reached 10 nT and the Bz component underwent a sustained southward deflection reaching -8 nT. Wind speeds jumped from ~384 Km/s to ~455 Km/s. Phi has predominantly been variable.
There is a 25% chance of solar activity, with a 35% chance of a minor event, a 20% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waning moon is currently in Gemini, at 05 degrees, 31' 59", at a velocity of 12.91 degrees per day.
The Third Quarter moon is currently 21.5 days old. It is 386506.95 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 1:40:05, 15 Sep, 2023. The next full moon is at 9:58:21, 29 Sep, 2023.
The Sun
The Sun is in Virgo
The Sun is at 13 Vir 25' 09", and is 150815499km away and approaching.
The Moon
The Moon is in Gemini
The Moon is at 05 Gem 31' 59", and is 386933km away and receding.
Mercury
Mercury is in Virgo
Mercury is retrograde at 13 Vir 48' 31", moving backwards at 0.97 degrees per day, and is 94866254km away and receding.
Venus
Venus is in Leo
Venus is prograde at 12 Leo 17' 55", moving at 0.09 degrees per day, and is 53964988km away and receding.
Mars
Mars is in Libra
Mars is prograde at 06 Lib 15' 07", moving at 0.65 degrees per day, and is 374101511km away and receding.
Alright, my earth-dwelling celestial enthusiasts, grab your telescopes and night-vision goggles because Mars, the red planet, is doing a fancy two-step with Libra, our universal symbol of balance and relationships.
Imagine a cosmic ballroom dance with Mars dressed in a smoking jacket, twirling Libra around the dance floor. It's all very genteel and cordial... which is to say, not exactly Mars' typical style. Usually, he's more of a mosh pit kind of guy. But, he’s in Libra territory now, and here, it’s all about harmony and diplomacy. So no headbanging or crowd-surfing for Mars this time!
While Mars is busy waltzing with Libra, you may feel a sudden urge to be more friendly and thoughtful. You might even find yourself avoiding conflicts like they're black holes! But remember, my starry-eyed friends, sweeping issues under the cosmic carpet isn't a great long-term solution. It's like trying to hide a supernova inside a nebula - eventually, it's going to burst out!
Instead, think of this time as a cosmic peace summit. It's the perfect opportunity to discuss those tricky topics with grace, love, and a dash of that signature Libran diplomacy. It's not about avoiding conflict, but about resolving it, like a Starfleet negotiator diffusing a tense standoff between Romulans and Klingons.
But beware, space cadets! While Mars is in Libra, we might start feeling a bit like Schrödinger's cat - caught in a state of indecision and procrastination. Mars wants to act, but Libra insists on carefully weighing all the options first. It's like trying to navigate through an asteroid field at light speed - you have to make split-second decisions, but also avoid crashing. The key here is to act with love, intention, and fairness. If you do that, the force of the universe is with you.
Mars in Libra is a call to arms for justice and fairness. Libra might usually be as passive as a Tribble, but when it comes to ensuring balance, this sign is ready to fight like a Klingon warrior. So, strap on your space boots, and get ready to boldly go where no one has gone before. Make the
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is retrograde at 15 Tau 34' 38", moving backwards at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 660415189km away and approaching.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is retrograde at 03 Pis 05' 26", moving backwards at 0.07 degrees per day, and is 1313068592km away and receding.
Alright, folks. Brace yourselves. Saturn has strolled into Pisces' territory like it owns the place, and it's about as subtle as a Predator descending from the trees. This interstellar taskmaster, who usually rules with a cosmic iron fist, is currently 1313053428.398506165km away, but it's got its retrograde radars locked onto our dreams. Think of it as your own personal Dutch, challenging you to up your game and take on the jungle of your ambitions.
Now, this isn't a time to panic and start blasting away with your metaphorical minigun. No, no. Saturn in Pisces is the perfect time for introspection, akin to when you're painstakingly crafting that 1000-piece puzzle of a nebula while jamming out to Pink Floyd. You know that dream you've been nursing? The one about writing a sci-fi epic or opening a vegan taco truck? Saturn's saying, "Come on, do it. DO IT NOW!"
I won’t lie to you, Saturn in Pisces isn’t going to be a walk in the park with Ewoks. It's more like navigating an alien jungle filled with invisible threats. But remember, if it bleeds, you can kill it. So, be ready when Saturn comes knocking at your heart's door. Don't hang up a "Do Not Disturb" sign and hide under your covers. Embrace the challenge. After all, if you can handle Alien vs. Predator, you can certainly handle some Saturnian constructive criticism.
Pisces' realm is like the dreamy hyperspace where Millennium Falcon travels, so don’t be surprised if you find yourself feeling a bit like Luke Skywalker battling sleep deprivation. Take this as your cue to activate Jedi calmness. Meditate like Yoda, take a moonlit walk, or just snuggle into your Tauntaun sleeping bag a bit earlier than usual. And hey, keep a dream journal next to your lightsaber. You never know when those midnight musings might save the galaxy.
So buckle up, space cadets. Saturn in Pisces is here. It's time to face the music, or rather, the eerie silence of the cosmos. Remember, in space, no one can hear you scream... but they might just hear you laugh.
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is retrograde at 23 Tau 02' 51", moving backwards at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 2880967529km away and approaching.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is retrograde at 26 Pis 37' 57", moving backwards at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 4327046604km away and approaching.
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Neptune – a big, blue, gaseous giant, not to be mistaken with a Dalek's worst enemy, Doctor Who – is currently doing the cosmic equivalent of moonwalking backwards through Pisces. At a mere 4327061063.643731117km away, it's practically our next-door neighbour!
The seafaring god Neptune and fishy Pisces are having a bit of a cosmic shindig. The merging of these two water lovers grants us a unique form of sight, much like if you were to put on a pair of 3D glasses whilst watching a sci-fi flick. In this case, the movie features petty differences shrivelling up and vanishing like a raisin in the sun and unity shining brighter than your favourite Star Trek phaser set to stun.
This celestial jamboree calls us to bring forth our nerdy creativity, artistic tendencies, or even that hidden talent for making the perfect cup of tea. Everyone has something to offer in this grand journey of collective progress and healing – yes, even you, Daleks, so put down the Death Ray and join the party!
This is the perfect time to enrol in that online course about the mating habits of Tribbles, create a shrine dedicated to Spock in the corner of your living room, or finally write that fan-fiction of a Doctor Who and Star Trek crossover episode. The mystical energy of Neptune in Pisces will support you in this process, like a trusty sonic screwdriver during a Cyberman invasion.
So, whether you're a Time Lord, an officer aboard the USS Enterprise, or just a mere Earthling, remember: the universe is on your side, even when it's retrograding faster than the Millennium Falcon on hyperdrive.
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is retrograde at 28 Cap 09' 58", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 5105458517km away and receding.
Set phasers to stunning, my interstellar friends. You see, our old buddy Pluto, the runt of the solar system’s litter, has parked its icy rear end in the cold, stern realm of Capricorn. Yes, you heard it right! The tiny celestial ice cube is now 5105415673.926162720km away and retrograding faster than the Enterprise at warp speed nine.
Now, Pluto and Capricorn together are like Spock and logic, both hell-bent on success and power with an efficiency that would make a Vulcan blush. But remember, my cosmic compadres, while we're navigating this celestial event, our compassion for others' viewpoints might become as scarce as a Romulan with a sense of humor. Both Pluto and Capricorn are demanding taskmasters, and their results-oriented mindset could make us intolerant of any ideas that don't align with our own.
But fear not! This is where the magic happens. You see, Pluto, in all its small yet mighty glory, is here to help us beam up our negative patterns and jettison them into the cosmic void. It's basically the celestial version of Marie Kondo— if it doesn't spark joy, off it goes into the vacuum of space.
However, this process isn't as easy as a Sunday stroll on the Holodeck. It involves some constructive destruction. In other words, you'll have to face your inner Klingon and deliberately decide which parts of your life need a photon torpedo. Just remember, in this grand cosmic journey, it's not about the destination, but the voyage itself.
So buckle up, space cadets, and prepare to embrace the power of Pluto in Capricorn. It's gonna be one heck of a ride!
The Sun
You may feel like expressing yourself today through your thoughts and words. You feel a need to be heard, that you have something of importance to say. Say what is on your mind, but give equal time to others and listen to them. You might learn something new. Your thinking today should be sharp and focused.
The Sun
Mercury