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Solar activity was low. The same three spotted regions remained on the solar disk from 12 hours ago; all remained stable and inactive.
The solar kp index is unsettled, with retrograde effects slightly enhanced. The solar wind speed is currently above average, making retrograde effects moderately increased.
The solar wind became slightly elevated early in the UT day with what appears to be a CIR and positive polarity CH HSS. Total field increased to 13 nT and Bz has undergone southward deviations as strong as -10 nT. Wind speeds increased from under 350 km/s to over 450 km/s before leveling off around 425 km/s. The phi angle was positive after transitioning out of the CIR and into the HSS.
There is a 30% chance of solar activity, with a 35% chance of a minor event, a 25% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waxing moon is currently in Sagittarius, at 19 degrees, 02' 36", at a velocity of 13.33 degrees per day.
The Waxing Crescent moon is currently 4.4 days old. It is 377038.59 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 9:27:15, 13 Nov, 2023. The next full moon is at 9:16:41, 27 Nov, 2023.
The Sun
The Sun is in Libra
The Sun is at 25 Lib 36' 28", and is 149031598km away and approaching.
The Moon
The Moon is in Sagittarius
The Moon will change from Sagittarius to Capricorn in the next 24 hours.
The Moon is at 19 Sag 02' 36", and is 382061km away and approaching.Mercury
Mercury is in Libra
Mercury is prograde at 24 Lib 55' 59", moving at 1.69 degrees per day, and is 211886041km away and receding.
Venus
Venus is in Virgo
Venus is prograde at 09 Vir 16' 37", moving at 0.96 degrees per day, and is 98539137km away and receding.
Mars
Mars is in Scorpio
Mars is prograde at 04 Sco 48' 51", moving at 0.68 degrees per day, and is 381438607km away and approaching.
Alright, stargazers, it's time to strap on your space boots and break out the cosmic compass, because Mars, our red-headed celestial brother, has just moved into Scorpio, and it's promising to be an interstellar rollercoaster ride, without the safety bar. Let me put it this way, if Mars was a house guest, he'd be the rowdy uncle who eats all the leftovers and then challenges you to a wrestling match. In Scorpio, he’s that uncle on espresso shots.
Mars in Scorpio is like having Tony Stark's Iron Man suit in your spiritual wardrobe, it supercharges your drive and ambition. Compromise? Pfft, as likely as finding Pluto's not been demoted to a dwarf planet. You're the captain of your spaceship now, and if anybody tries to grab the steering wheel… well, let’s just say they might find themselves floating in a zero-gravity zone!
Your willpower could make a Jedi Knight look like a teddy bear during this period. Mars in Scorpio revels in the darker corners of the asteroid belt, pulling you toward some deep-space introspection that could set the stage for a major transformation. Think butterfly metamorphosis, but with more cosmic dust and less caterpillar goo.
But don't forget, every superhero has a downside. With fiery Mars dipping its toes in watery Scorpio, you may find yourself expressing your feelings with the subtlety of a supernova. This could lead to some prolonged asteroid collisions and cause some cracks in your relationships. So, be selective about which Death Stars you want to blow up, okay?
Mars in Scorpio feels a lot like signing up for a spiritual Spartan Race, pushing you to develop your personal power. If you can rise above the dark matter of power struggles, revenge, bitterness, and an inability to forgive, you'll conquer these parts of yourself with discipline and willpower that would make Spock raise an eyebrow.
So buckle up, space cadets, it's going to be a wild ride. Remember, in space, no one can hear you scream... unless you're channeling Mars in Scorpio!
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is retrograde at 12 Tau 29' 07", moving backwards at 0.12 degrees per day, and is 599987695km away and approaching.
Gather round, folks, it's time for a lesson in cosmic comedy! You see, Jupiter, our galaxy's wise old grandaddy, has decided to take a vacation in the lush pastures of Taurus. Now, if you know anything about these two, you'll know this is a bit like trying to fit a planet-sized square peg in a bull-shaped hole. But hey, that's galaxies for you!
Let's break it down. Jupiter is the big brain of the cosmos, always urging us to think deep and ponder life's mysteries. Taurus, on the other hand, is the zodiac's equivalent of a grumpy old tortoise. It doesn't like change, but it sure loves its luxuries. So, when these two come together, it's like a celestial game of hide and seek. The answers we're looking for are right there, under our noses, but they're buried beneath a metric tonne of cosmic clutter and distractions. So, roll up your sleeves, folks. It's time to do some spiritual spring cleaning!
Now, don't get me wrong. This isn't some cruel cosmic joke. It's an opportunity. With Jupiter lodged in Taurus, it's like having a cosmic coach egging us on to reach our goals. We've got Jupiter cheering from the sidelines, urging us to grow, while Taurus keeps us grounded, reminding us to take one step at a time. So, take out those wish lists, people. It's crunch time!
And here's the kicker. Jupiter isn't just the planet of wisdom; it's also the planet of good luck. And Taurus? Well, it's the zodiac's equivalent of a cash cow. Put them together, and you've got a recipe for some serious cosmic cash flow. Time to check those bank accounts and investments, folks. Your ship might just be coming in!
But remember, Taurus is a bit of a hedonist. It loves the good life and has a hard time saying no. And Jupiter? Well, it's a planet that likes to expand. So, when these two get together, it might feel like you've been given a cosmic credit card with no limit. But be careful, folks. It's all fun and games until you wake up with a cosmic hangover. So, hold on to those purse strings
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is retrograde at 00 Pis 43' 56", moving backwards at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 1369060518km away and receding.
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is retrograde at 22 Tau 04' 16", moving backwards at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 2801703502km away and approaching.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is retrograde at 25 Pis 29' 41", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 4344316222km away and receding.
Well, space cadets, strap on your psychic seatbelts and brace yourselves for a journey that's longer than the Star Wars saga and more twisty than a pretzel in a quantum physics lecture. That's right, Neptune, the planet named after the Roman God of the Sea – or as I like to call him, Poseidon's less famous cousin – is doing the cosmic cha-cha back through Pisces.
Now, for you non-astro nerds out there, Neptune in Pisces is like Yoda going through a spiritual awakening while floating on his back in the pool. It's a time when we all get to see the world with high definition emotional goggles. Suddenly, squabbling over who left the cap off the toothpaste seems as pointless as socks on a chicken. The real gold is in joining forces and embracing our collective weirdness.
So what does this mean for you? Well, no need to turn into a hermit and start weaving your own clothes from alpaca wool (though if that's your thing, power to you!). Instead, it's an opportunity to take a deep dive into the ocean of your feelings, exploring that underwater cave of creativity and dreams you've been avoiding because it looked a bit dark and scary.
Maybe it's time to finally sign up for that 'Mindfulness for Martian Migrants' class or create a sacred corner in your home where you can dance like nobody's watching - unless you have a pet, then they're definitely judging you. As for sharing your discoveries with the world, remember this: even in retrograde, Neptune's got your back. Just like your Wi-Fi connection, its presence is always there, supporting you and occasionally dropping out at the most inconvenient moments.
So buckle up, space explorers, and remember, as we navigate this celestial rollercoaster, the most important thing to hold onto is a sense of humor. After all, the universe might be a mystery wrapped in an enigma and served with a side of WTF, but it's our mystery to unravel. Happy stargazing!
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is prograde at 27 Cap 54' 30", moving at 0 degrees per day, and is 5208840019km away and receding.
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