Does Earth have a temporary second moon? What astronomers actually discovered

Astronomers discovered a "quasi-satellite" of Earth, also known as a "quasi-moon," dubbed 2025 PN7 in 2025. NASA told Snopes ...
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2026 full moon calendar: When to see the full moon and phases

The phenomenon of a Full Moon arises when our planet, Earth, is precisely sandwiched between the Sun and the Moon. This ...

Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on January 11

As of Sunday, Jan. 11, the Moon phase is Waning Crescent. According to NASA's Daily Moon Guide, 42% of the Moon will be lit ...

The lunar cycle and the next supermoon: Understanding the many phases of the moon

Few sights are as universally captivating as a full moon rising into the night sky. For many of us, stepping onto a balcony ...
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Earth’s two moons challenge everything about our sky

Humanity’s relationship with the moon has always been simple. One planet, one moon — a cosmic partnership as reliable as sunrise. But that clarity just got murkier. Astronomers have confirmed ...
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What is a supermoon and when can you see the next one in 2026?

The next supermoon will be on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2026. It will officially reach its full moon phase at 9:53 a.m. EST (1453 GMT ...
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How tracking the Moon helped astronomers unlock our understanding of celestial motion

Historical observations of the Moon's motion, dating back to ancient civilizations, played a crucial role in the development of timekeeping and calendar systems. The Moon's orbital cycle can be ...