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Residents of upstate New York observed a mysterious glowing light in the sky on Tuesday night, prompting UFO speculation. The light was identified as the plume of a Vulcan Centaur rocket launch from Cape Canaveral, carrying a US Space Force satellite. The launch was part of a complex, seven-hour mission.
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A rare total lunar eclipse, known as a Blood Moon, will be visible across Hong Kong, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia on September 7-8, 2025. The event includes a long duration of totality, with the moon turning reddish due to Earth's atmosphere. Observers can view it safely with the naked eye, weather permitting.
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On September 22, 2025, the autumnal equinox marks equal day and night globally, signaling the start of fall in the Northern Hemisphere. This year, it coincides closely with a partial solar eclipse on September 21 visible mainly in the Southern Hemisphere. Earlier, a total lunar eclipse on September 7-8 was widely observed across Asia, Australia, and parts of Africa and Europe.
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Recent solar activity caused spectacular aurora displays across Scotland, visible from Aberdeenshire to Loch Lomond. The Met Office reports the peak of solar activity in 2025 increases chances of sightings, but upcoming nights will see diminishing activity. Experts advise dark, clear skies for best viewing.
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Recent studies reveal a rogue planet, Cha 1107-7626, accreting gas and dust at an unprecedented rate, blurring lines between stars and planets. Meanwhile, the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, larger than previously thought, passed near Mars and is being closely observed. Finnish scientists also captured the first image of two black holes orbiting each other, confirming their binary nature.
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On October 7, 2025, the first of three supermoons this year, known as the Harvest Moon, appeared. It was the largest and brightest full moon of 2025 so far, appearing up to 14% larger and 30% brighter due to its close orbit to Earth. Meanwhile, two comets, Lemmon and SWAN, are making close passes to Earth this month, visible with binoculars or the naked eye under dark skies. Comet Lemmon will be closest on October 21, and both comets may be seen through the end of October. The UAE and other regions are hosting viewing events for these celestial phenomena.
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Recent studies confirm a sharp rise in destructive wildfires and deadly heatwaves driven by climate change. Wildfire damages have tripled since 1980, and heat-related deaths are at record highs, highlighting urgent environmental and public health challenges worldwide. These trends are linked to extreme weather conditions worsened by global warming.
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On November 5, 2025, the UK and much of the world will witness the Beaver Moon, the largest and brightest full moon of the year, classified as a supermoon due to its close proximity to Earth. This is the second of three supermoons in 2025. Concurrently, meteor showers like the Orionids and upcoming Leonids offer additional celestial spectacles through December.
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As of early November 2025, the UN's Emissions Gap Report reveals that current national climate pledges will lead to a 2.3-2.5°C global temperature rise by 2100, exceeding Paris Agreement targets. Despite some progress, global emissions rose 2.3% in 2024. China's new 2035 goals mark a first specific emissions reduction target but fall short of what's needed. The US withdrawal from the Paris Agreement threatens to negate recent gains ahead of COP30 in Brazil.