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Once-in-a-generation cosmic event set to appear in night sky TONIGHT... here's how to see it
« on: February 28, 2025, 11:10:46 am »

Once-in-a-generation cosmic event set to appear in night sky TONIGHT... here's how to see it

Daily Mail
By ELLYN LAPOINTE
28 February 2025


A stunning photo has showed every single planet in the solar system at the same time during a rare alignment that won't happen again until 2040

A parade of seven planets will appear in the night sky tonight, creating a striking display that won't be seen again until 2040.

The planetary alignment occurs when several planets all appear on the same side of the sun and while it is not uncommon for up to five to move together, the upcoming event occurs every few years.

Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, Mercury and Saturn will form a line shortly after sunset this evening.

Astronomers said most planets will be brighter than nearby stars, making them visible to the naked eye.

However, Uranus and Neptune should require binoculars or a telescope to see due to their distance from Earth.

All of the planets except for Mercury have already fallen into alignment, making a parade of six, and this small planet is set to join them to complete the cosmic event tonight.

The best time to see the parade will be just after sunset when the stars first appear in the sky, but you'll only have a couple of hours before Venus, Saturn and Neptune dip below the horizon.

Choosing a dark, rural viewing location far away from city lights or other sources of light pollution will help the planets appear brighter.

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https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-14447221/parade-planets-friday-february-2025-tonight.html
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Re: Once-in-a-generation cosmic event set to appear in night sky TONIGHT... here's how to see it
« Reply #1 on: February 28, 2025, 11:53:30 am »
Is there a death cult planning a mass suicide tonight?
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Re: Once-in-a-generation cosmic event set to appear in night sky TONIGHT... here's how to see it
« Reply #2 on: February 28, 2025, 02:00:53 pm »
I have my dad's old binoculars and I can't wait to see Mars and Jupiter!

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Re: Once-in-a-generation cosmic event set to appear in night sky TONIGHT... here's how to see it
« Reply #3 on: February 28, 2025, 03:59:15 pm »
Southeast... No chance for me... There's a mountain range in the way  :shrug:
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