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Rise of Sturgeon Moon on Aug. 8-9

How to see the full moon and planets this weekend

August’s full sturgeon moon is peaking this weekend, accompanied by meteor showers and shining planets. Here’s how to see the celestial sights.

Space on MSN · 14h

August full moon 2025 rises this weekend: Here's how to see the stunning 'Sturgeon Moon'

August's full 'Sturgeon Moon' rises this weekend, putting on a spectacular lunar light show as it leaps above the southeastern horizon at sunset on Aug. 9.

ABC News · 2d

August sturgeon moon: What it means for your zodiac sign

This year, the sturgeon moon falls in Aquarius, an air sign and the 11th sign of the zodiac. It's opposite Leo, a fire sign. "This means that both zodiac signs hold ties to our passions, sense of expression, aspirations and how we connect to others whether that is in love or friendship, " Thomas said.

NASA’s moon nuclear reactor

The New York Times · 16h

NASA Is Getting Fired Up About a Nuclear Reactor on the Moon

Placing an atomic energy source on the lunar surface is “not science fiction,” experts say, but does pose technical challenges.

USA TODAY · 2d

Is U.S. and NASA putting a nuclear reactor on the moon? Here's why and what to know

Is NASA going to put a nuclear reactor on the moon? Here's what Sean Duffy said about U.S. race against China in space and going to Mars.

Newsweek on MSN · 2d

NASA To Build Nuclear Reactor on the Moon: What To Know

The new timeline will be announced by interim NASA administrator Sean Duffy, according to a report citing internal documents.

Moon may spoil viewing. Here's best time to watch.

Yahoo · 8h

Perseid meteor shower peaks Tuesday night, but the moon may steal the show

It's the most popular meteor shower of the year, but stargazers will need to take a few extra steps in 2025 to enjoy the peak of the Perseids.

Live Science on MSN · 1d

The Perseids are about to peak — here's how to watch the glorious meteor shower without the full moon ruining the show

As many as 100 "shooting stars" per hour can be seen during the peak of the Perseids on Aug. 12 and 13, but a bright full moon means evasive action is required.

Omaha.com · 11h

Perseid meteor shower: Moon may spoil viewing. Here's best time to watch.

If you’re hoping to catch the peak of this year’s Perseid meteor shower, plan to head out earlier in the evening as moonlight may interfere with visibility.

Space.com on MSN15h

A blood moon is coming: Here's what you need to know about the total lunar eclipse on Sept. 7

On Sept 7, 2025, a dramatic "blood moon" will rise as Earth experiences its second total lunar eclipse of the year.

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Texas-based Firefly made history with its moon landing. Here’s how it’s fueling its next adventures

Firefly Aerospace made history in March as the first commercial firm to land a spacecraft upright on the moon. Now, the ...

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How To Photograph The Full Moon With An iPhone — And When To Try This Weekend

These tips for imaging this weekend's full sturgeon moon will help you shoot sharper, more creative images using just an ...

15hon MSN

China tests spacecraft it hopes will put first Chinese on the moon

China conducted its first test on Wednesday of a lunar lander that it hopes will put the first Chinese on the moon before ...

Space.com on MSN8h

China's lunar lander aces touchdown and takeoff tests ahead of planned 2030 crewed moon mission (video)

China conducted takeoff and touchdown tests with its "Lanyue" moon lander on Aug. 6, 2025, as it prepares to launch a crewed ...

11hon MSN

Solar powered moon brick factory could build future lunar cities

Chinese scientists have developed a remarkable machine that could revolutionize how humans build structures on the moon. The ...

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Sturgeon moon 2025: When to watch and what makes this full moon special

The August 2025 full moon, known as the Sturgeon Moon, comes with a bonus planetary lineup, a meteor shower, and more.