Crescent Moon Joins Jupiter, Venus and Mercury in Sunset Sky Parade

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Crescent Moon Joins Jupiter, Venus and Mercury in Sunset Sky Parade
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On June 17, after sunset, a slender crescent Moon will glide through the Beehive star cluster alongside Jupiter, Venus and Mercury in a spectacular western-sky parade; Mercury will vanish within about two hours, while the Moon remains visible for roughly an hour longer, and binoculars or a small telescope will help skywatchers enjoy the view across the U.S.

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