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Solar activity reached moderate levels due to M1.1, M1.2 and M1.0 flares at 18/0542 UTC, 18/1644 UTC and 18/2233 UTC, respectively, from new region 3490 (N18E69, Dao/beta) beginning to rotate into view on the northeast limb. Region 3489 (S15E58, Dao/beta) was reassessed as a smaller spot group in total area today. Region 3486 (S09W90, Hsx/alpha) was right on the east limb.
The solar kp index is quiet, with no changes to retrograde effects. The solar wind speed is currently normal.
Solar wind parameters were at nominal levels. Solar wind speed was estimated to be around 300 km/s. Total field was 5 nT or less. The phi angle has remained in a negative sector since 18/0657 UTC.
There is a 30% chance of solar activity, with a 30% chance of a minor event, a 10% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waxing moon is currently in Aquarius, at 11 degrees, 04' 01", at a velocity of 14.1 degrees per day.
The First Quarter moon is currently 6.1 days old. It is 364940.83 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 23:32:07, 12 Dec, 2023. The next full moon is at 0:33:43, 27 Dec, 2023.
The Sun
The Sun is in Scorpio
The Sun is at 26 Sco 38' 51", and is 147864400km away and approaching.
The Moon
The Moon is in Aquarius
The Moon is at 11 Aqu 04' 01", and is 371527km away and approaching.
Mercury
Mercury is in Sagittarius
Mercury is prograde at 13 Sag 20' 28", moving at 1.45 degrees per day, and is 192532888km away and approaching.
Alert! Alert! Attention all stargazers, Mercury has decided to hitch a ride on the Sagittarius express. Now, before you start panicking and trying to reroute your spaceship, just grab your pocket protector, adjust your bifocals and hear me out.
Mercury, our cosmic chatterbox, is infamous for getting into the nitty-gritty of every conversation. Meanwhile, Sagittarius, the celestial equivalent of that one friend who insists on discussing quantum physics at a cocktail party, enjoys broadening everyone's intellectual horizon. Imagine the scenario as if Data and Captain Picard decided to co-host a TED Talk on astrological phenomena. It might seem like a chaotic mismatch, but believe it or not, this duo could revolutionize the way we look at the future.
Now, Sagittarius isn’t just an intellectual powerhouse, he's also a party animal. He's about as subtle as a supernova, and when Mercury is in town, expect enthusiastic debates and a level of confidence that would make even William Riker blush. Think Comic-Con meets a philosophy symposium, with a dash of Spock’s arched eyebrow.
However, remember this piece of Vulcan wisdom: Infinite diversity in infinite combinations. While Mercury in Sagittarius prompts us to challenge our preconceived notions, we must also strive to embrace different points of view. It's like trying to explain the theory of relativity to a Tribble- you might not get very far, but the effort is worth it.
One piece of advice: engage the verbal filters. We're prone to 'Klingon honesty' during this transit - blunt, unabashed, and potentially disastrous. It’s crucial to triple-check our words faster than a warp core meltdown, lest we end up sounding like a Ferengi trying to negotiate a bad deal.
Finally, with Sagittarius steering the spaceship, we're encouraged to expand our horizons. It's a perfect time for embarking on a quest, whether that's planning a trip to a star system you've never visited, picking up a new alien language, or perhaps, enrolling in Starfleet Academy.
So, buckle up, stargazers. With Mercury in Sagittarius, it's bound to be an intergalactic adventure you wouldn't want to
Venus
Venus is in Libra
Venus is prograde at 12 Lib 04' 34", moving at 1.13 degrees per day, and is 133162364km away and receding.
Mars
Mars is in Scorpio
Mars is prograde at 26 Sco 20' 14", moving at 0.71 degrees per day, and is 377659955km away and approaching.
Alright, space cadets, buckle up! Mars, that fiery red planet that's just a hop, skip, and an astronomical 377669916.441394031km away, has decided to pitch its cosmic tent in Scorpio. Now, don't panic - Mars in Scorpio isn't here to start any intergalactic wars. Instead, this planetary alignment is like your own personal life coach, albeit one that's a little intense and doesn't believe in sugarcoating advice.
This is the time when you might suddenly find yourself channeling your inner superhero (or villain, if that’s more your style). You are in charge, my friend, like a captain at the helm of a starship. Orders from Starfleet? Pfft. You've got this. And anyone who dares to question your authority... Well, let's just say it would be like trying to argue with a Klingon about opera. Good luck with that.
Mars in Scorpio is all about taking that warp core of willpower within us and firing it up to maximum. It's like flipping the switch on your personal tractor beam, pulling deep-seated desires, ambitions, and maybe even a few lurking fears into the light. Sure, it can feel a bit like being caught in a Romulan mind probe, but hey, self-discovery isn't always a walk in the park... or a jaunt on Risa.
Now, a word of caution from your friendly interstellar astrologer. This cosmic combo can also be like a phaser set to "stun". There's a risk of heated outbursts, simmering resentment, and even going full-on Darth Vader on your loved ones. The trick here is to channel that raw energy into something constructive. Think less Death Star destruction, more building your own Millennium Falcon.
With Mars in Scorpio, it's like you've enrolled in Jedi training (minus the swamp and tiny green mentor). It’s all about mastering control over your darker side. Sure, you might have to face some shadowy corners of your psyche, but remember - fear is the path to the dark side. Courage, discipline, and willpower are your lightsabers in this cosmic journey. Use them wisely!
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is retrograde at 08 Tau 24' 00", moving backwards at 0.12 degrees per day, and is 602749213km away and receding.
Great galaxies! Jupiter, the cosmic know-it-all, has parked its celestial rear in the stolid sign of Taurus. Now, if Jupiter were a person, it'd be that quirky Philosophy professor who keeps losing his glasses on his head. And Taurus? Well, that's your chill roommate who never leaves the couch but somehow manages to ace all his exams. Put these two together and what do you get? A divine reminder that we've got all the wisdom we need right under our noses...or in this case, within our personal cosmos. So, let's put down that self-help book about "finding inner peace" and start realizing that, like a misplaced remote control, we had it all along.
With Jupiter in Taurus, it's like we've been given a cosmic permission slip to move towards our dreams. Not in a chaotic, "I'll do it tomorrow" way, but in a slow, steady, Taurus-style plod. Think less hare, more tortoise. And remember, Rome wasn't built in a day, but they were laying bricks every hour. So too, should we take one step at a time, with Jupiter's motivational speeches in our ear and Taurus’ stubborn perseverance leading the way.
Here's where things get interesting. Jupiter, the universal lottery winner, is hanging out in Taurus, the zodiac's resident tycoon. During this transit, your bank account might just become your new best friend. But hold on to your space boots! Taurus is also known for loving the good life, and when Jupiter, the planet of expansion, is in town, the temptation to splurge might be as irresistible as a black hole. So, make sure your "wants" aren't masquerading as "needs".
So, in a nutshell, or should I say in an asteroid? With Jupiter in Taurus, it's time to tap into your inner sage, chase your dreams with a calculated pace, potentially grow your wealth, and keep your impulses in check. Easy peasy, right? Now, if only navigating the universe were this straightforward!
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is prograde at 00 Pis 42' 30", moving at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 1440629361km away and receding.
Well, folks, grab your cosmic popcorn and put on your space helmets. Saturn, the universe's favorite disciplinarian, has decided to take a vacation in dreamy Pisces. Imagine Spock at a Grateful Dead concert. It's going to be a show! Saturn in Pisces is like your strict, no-nonsense high school principal deciding to teach the drama class. It's about as comfortable as a cat in a bathtub, but it's also a chance for some real character development. This is the time for you to get serious about those daydreams you’ve been nursing during boring Zoom meetings. Write that business plan, budget the next month, even consider a loan (just remember to read the fine print, okay?). Now, I understand, nobody wants to have their dreams picked apart, especially by a celestial body that feels like your overbearing Aunt Gladys. But imagine instead of Aunt Gladys, it's Sherlock Holmes. He's just trying to help you solve the mystery of why you haven't achieved your dreams yet. And who knows? Maybe he'll even leave a mint on your pillow. In Pisces, Saturn can get a bit restless. Sleep might be elusive, like trying to catch a greased pig at a county fair. You might feel anxious, like you're waiting in line for the bathroom during intermission at a rock concert. So, what's the cure? Find your inner Zen. Meditate, wander aimlessly in a forest, inhale deeply (preferably not near a garbage dump), or even take a well-deserved nap. Just remember to have a dream journal handy. Also, consider going to bed early. Give your brain some time to power down from the cosmic sitcom it’s been binge-watching. So, embrace the comedic chaos of Saturn in Pisces. Take note from the universe's favorite rule-enforcer and get serious about your dreams. After all, Saturn may be a strict principal, but even he can appreciate a good drama.
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is retrograde at 20 Tau 49' 58", moving backwards at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 2788010615km away and receding.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is retrograde at 24 Pis 58' 20", moving backwards at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 4401683479km away and receding.
Alright stardust siblings, buckle up your cosmic seatbelts because Neptune has just slipped into Pisces like an awkward teenager at a school dance. And yes, it's currently retrograde, doing the moonwalk back through the celestial ballroom at a distance of precisely 4,401,623,076.252591133km from your current location (give or take a few light years).
Now, you might be thinking, "But Neo, what does this mean for me?" Well, my friend, imagine you're Neo from The Matrix. You're seeing through the illusions, the false binary codes of our reality, and realizing there's more to life than red or blue pills.
With Neptune in Pisces, we've all been given those funky Morpheus glasses that let us see the world with a new clarity. Petty differences? They're as pointless as a system error in the Matrix. The importance of unity? That's as bright and shiny as Trinity's latex suit.
This cosmic alignment is like a cosmic group project, and we're all being asked what we can bring to the table. So, dig deep into your spiritual software, find your unique gifts, and get ready to share them in the grand cosmic classroom.
Feeling a spiritual pull? That's Neptune in Pisces tugging on your cosmic heartstrings. Maybe it's time to sign up for that astral projection class or set up a home shrine to your favorite stellar bodies. Just remember, Neptune's here to back you up, like a cosmic wingman in our pursuit of enlightenment.
So, in the immortal words of Morpheus: "Free your mind." Because with Neptune in Pisces, the Matrix isn't just a sci-fi movie - it's our reality.
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is prograde at 28 Cap 15' 40", moving at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 5288653179km away and receding.
The Sun
You should have lots of energy and vitality today. Go out and get some exercise. Be careful not to get into arguments with your superiors or with people in authority, like policemen. Avoid confrontations that involve your ego. Instead, channel the energy and potential hostility into something creative like your favorite hobby. The important thing is to express yourself in a constructive manner. How about playing in the park with a group of children? Do not overexert yourself or put too much strain on your heart. This means controlling your temper. Anger is one of the hardest things on your heart. Don't lay out in the sun too long. You may burn easier today than normal. Watch yourself around the stove or anything hot. Focus on being humble. Put your ego in the backseat.
The Sun
The Sun
Mercury
Mars
Mars