On rare occasions, the moon's path can reach higher altitudes in the sky, creating a strikingly unusual display. This phenomenon is known as a lunistice or "major lunar standstill." During early 2025, ...

Occasionally, the moon's orbit carries it into Earth's shadow, causing a lunar eclipse ... north one is the higher both will be in the sky at the moment of Occultation. In Beijing, for example ...

On Wednesday, Jan. 29, for example, there was a new moon for us, but as seen from that part of the moon that faces our planet on that day, there would appear in the lunar sky a brilliant full Earth.

This weekend London will host its traditional Lunar New Year Parade in Chinatown. The big Chinese New Year parade is happening a few days later on Sunday February 2. London hosts the biggest Lunar ...

In the video, the author watches from inside as a stunning fireworks show lights up the night sky in celebration of Lunar New Year. Multiple locations across the city launched fireworks ...

WASHINGTON — The Lunar New Year is nearly here, and the D.C. area is celebrating in style. With the Year of the Snake slithering in, the region is packed with vibrant events to mark the occasion.

Lunar New Year marks the beginning of a new year based on lunar or lunisolar calendars. It is often referred to as Chinese New Year, especially in China, where it is a major cultural celebration.

Celebrated on January 29, 2025, the Chinese New Year marks the arrival of the Year of the Snake, symbolizing wisdom, transformation, and intuition. It's a time for family reunions, setting goals ...