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Stonehenge as a Moon-Sun Calculator: The 1960s Eclipse Theory Debunked
culture1 month ago

Stonehenge as a Moon-Sun Calculator: The 1960s Eclipse Theory Debunked

In the 1960s, Gerald Hawkins argued Stonehenge functioned as a prehistoric calculator that could track the Sun and Moon and predict eclipses, using a 56-hole circle and an early computer; his book Stonehenge Decoded popularized the idea, but subsequent research has largely discredited it, showing Stonehenge was built in multiple phases over around 1,500 years with approximate alignments, making it an astronomical observatory/monument rather than a precise eclipse-predicting computer.

via BBC|
#archaeology#astronomy#culture
Deep Partial Lunar Eclipse to Dazzle Skywatchers Aug 27-28, 2026
stargazing1 month ago

Deep Partial Lunar Eclipse to Dazzle Skywatchers Aug 27-28, 2026

Space.com’s live coverage of the August 27–28, 2026 deep partial lunar eclipse notes that at maximum 96.2% of the Moon will be in Earth's umbra, producing a rusty-red hue with a slender illuminated edge. Visible worldwide with best views in the Americas; Europe and Africa see peak before dawn. No eclipse glasses are needed; binoculars or a small telescope enhance the view. If you miss it, the next event with similar spectacle isn’t until Dec 31, 2028. Stay tuned for updates and viewing tips throughout eclipse night.

via Space|
#astronomy#eclipses#lunar-eclipse
Buck Moon 2026 signals a July-to-August eclipse season
space2 months ago

Buck Moon 2026 signals a July-to-August eclipse season

July’s Buck Moon reaches full on July 29, 2026—the second full moon of summer in the Northern Hemisphere—setting the stage for a busy eclipse stretch that includes a total solar eclipse on August 12 and a partial lunar eclipse on August 28. The moon peaks at 10:37 a.m. EDT and remains bright on surrounding nights, with viewing best around southeast moonrise in North America. Named for deer antlers, it’s also called Thunder Moon and Hay Moon, and is among the year’s lowest-hanging full moons in the region. The next full moon, the Sturgeon Moon, rises August 27 and will be partially eclipsed as Earth’s shadow passes over it. Viewing can be done with the naked eye or a telescope, and sky-watchers can expect a continued eclipse season into August.

via Live Science|
#astronomy#buck-moon#eclipses
"March 2024 Horoscopes: A Rollercoaster Ride Ahead"
astrology2 years ago

"March 2024 Horoscopes: A Rollercoaster Ride Ahead"

March 2024 brings significant energetic shifts with planetary movements, Aries season, and the start of eclipse season. Key dates include the New Moon in Pisces on March 10th, Venus entering Pisces on March 11th, Aries season beginning on March 20th, Mars entering Pisces on March 22nd, and the Lunar Eclipse in Libra on March 25th. Each zodiac sign is advised to focus on different aspects such as setting boundaries, seeking intimacy, embracing creativity, and releasing outdated beliefs.

via Coveteur|
#astrological-new-year#astrology#eclipses
"2024 Celestial Calendar: Eclipses, Meteor Showers, and Supermoons Unveiled"
astronomy2 years ago

"2024 Celestial Calendar: Eclipses, Meteor Showers, and Supermoons Unveiled"

The year 2024 will feature a plethora of celestial events including meteor showers, eclipses, and supermoons, with the highlight being a total solar eclipse on April 8 visible across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Other events include the Wolf Moon on January 25, the Lyrids Meteor Shower in April, the Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower in May, and the Geminid Meteor Shower in December. Stargazers can also look forward to various full moons, equinoxes, and planetary alignments throughout the year.

via WJXT News4JAX |
#2024#astronomy#celestial-events
Eclipses: A Historical Game Changer and Must-See Phenomenon
science-and-history3 years ago

Eclipses: A Historical Game Changer and Must-See Phenomenon

Eclipses have had a significant impact on human history, influencing decisions, changing the outcome of battles, and shaping our understanding of the universe. Examples include a solar eclipse in 585 BC that ended a war between the Lydians and the Medes, an eclipse that saved Christopher Columbus and his crew from starvation in 1504, and a lunar eclipse in 1806 that solidified the influence of Native American leaders Tecumseh and his brother. The most historically consequential eclipse occurred in 1919 when a solar eclipse confirmed Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity. Eclipses continue to captivate and shape human history.

via BBC.com|
#christopher-columbus#eclipses#history
October 2023: A Celestial Spectacle for Skywatchers
astronomy3 years ago

October 2023: A Celestial Spectacle for Skywatchers

October will offer a series of astronomical events for stargazers, including the Draconids meteor shower on October 8, an annular solar eclipse on October 14 (visible in parts of North America), the Orionids meteor shower on October 20, and a partial lunar eclipse on the final weekend of October (best seen from Europe, Africa, and Asia). The events provide opportunities to witness shooting stars, a "ring of fire" eclipse, and the Hunter's Moon.

via AOL|
#astronomy#draconids#eclipses