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Solar activity reached moderate levels. Region 3451 (N17W75, Eki/Beta-Gamma) continued its journey towards the western limb, becoming too foreshortened for proper classification and analysis, and was the culprit of an M1.6 flare at 10/0209 UTC. Region 3452 (N09W80, Axx/Alpha) exhibited substantial decay losing all but its leading spot and produced an M2.3 flare at 10/1217 UTC, which was the largest of the period. Region 3460 (S10W06, Dai/Beta-Gamma-Delta) grew slightly in overall length and maintained a weak Delta spot in the northern portion of its trailing spots. Although, this feature seemed to be in decay by the periods end. Region 3463 (S17E47, Cao/Beta) grew as well as it developed trailing spots, but was relatively quiet. Region 3464 (N04E63, Cro/Beta) formed, was numbered and produced low-level C-class flares. The remaining regions were unremarkable.
The solar kp index is quiet, with no changes to retrograde effects. The solar wind speed is currently normal.
Solar wind parameters reflected nominal, ambient-like conditions. Total field ranged 0 to 5 nT, the Bz component was near neutral or northward, and solar wind speeds fell from 350 km/s to below 300 km/s over the course of the period.
There is a 25% chance of solar activity, with a 20% chance of a minor event, a 1% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waning moon is currently in Virgo, at 09 degrees, 02' 45", at a velocity of 11.88 degrees per day.
The Waning Crescent moon is currently 26.3 days old. It is 405215.45 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 17:55:08, 14 Oct, 2023. The next full moon is at 20:24:27, 28 Oct, 2023.
The Sun
The Sun is in Libra
The Sun is at 17 Lib 40' 44", and is 149373078km away and approaching.
The Moon
The Moon is in Virgo
The Moon is at 09 Vir 02' 45", and is 404781km away and approaching.
Mercury
Mercury is in Libra
Mercury is prograde at 11 Lib 04' 22", moving at 1.77 degrees per day, and is 202012517km away and receding.
Venus
Venus is in Virgo
Venus is prograde at 01 Vir 55' 02", moving at 0.88 degrees per day, and is 89552940km away and receding.
Mars
Mars is in Libra
Mars will change from Libra to Scorpio in the next 24 hours.
Mars is prograde at 29 Lib 23' 19", moving at 0.67 degrees per day, and is 381235272km away and receding.Alright, space cadets, buckle up because Mars is doing the cosmic cha-cha through Libra and it's going to be an interesting ride. Now, Mars – that's our astrology pal who rules motivation and drive – is currently hanging out in Libra, the sign associated with balance and partnerships. Think of this as the universe's way of putting a neon sign over your relationships, blinking "Service Required!".
Now, here's the funny thing: while Mars is usually the hot-headed warrior of the zodiac, its journey through Libra turns it into a peace-loving hippie. ‘I am just a soul whose intentions are good, Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood!’ kind of vibe. Mars in Libra is like trying to play chess on a seesaw – it’s all about balance, baby! But remember, avoiding confrontations doesn’t mean ignoring the elephant in the room.
If you've got issues brewing, this is the perfect time to address them - with a little bit of finesse and a lot of diplomacy, of course. More 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' and less 'Game of Thrones'. It's not about avoiding the dragon, it's about offering it a cup of tea and asking it politely to stop setting fire to your life.
And here's a curveball for you: Libra, the usually chillaxed peacekeeper of the zodiac, gets feisty under the influence of Mars. It's like watching your grandmother arm wrestle: unexpected, but surprisingly inspiring. This is the time to fight for what's fair, right and just. Remember, the squeaky wheel gets the grease!
But let’s be honest, indecision could become your new middle name during this transit. Mars wants to sprint, while Libra wants to stop and smell the roses, and you're stuck in the middle trying to decide if you should run or relax. Remember, as long as you're acting with love, intention, and fairness, you're doing the cosmic cha-cha right!
So, folks, put on your dancing shoes and get ready to groove with Mars in Libra. It's gonna be a wild ride!
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is retrograde at 13 Tau 25' 47", moving backwards at 0.11 degrees per day, and is 606297628km away and approaching.
Alright, listen up, space cowpokes! Jupiter's taking a cosmic vacation in the comfy recliner of Taurus, and it's about to get real cozy. Imagine Jupiter as Neo from The Matrix, doing its best Keanu Reeves impression, saying, "Whoa." It's like that, but with more cows and money.
Jupiter, our cosmic guru, is all about learning and wisdom, while Taurus is the zodiac's favorite comfy couch potato. It's like if Neo finally decided to take a break from fighting Agent Smith and just chill out for a bit. The kind of deep, existential wisdom we're talking about here isn't found in a dusty old tome or some ancient prophecy. It's right there in the remote control you've been sitting on. Spirituality isn't some far-off concept; it's as close as your next Netflix binge.
This Jupiter-Taurus soiree is also your golden ticket to start bulldozing towards those dreams. You know, the ones you've been putting off because you're too busy re-watching The Matrix for the 37th time? It’s like having Neo’s superhuman determination combined with Taurus’ stubbornness. Just remember, like Neo, it's not about the destination, it's about the journey. Or in this case, the to-do lists. Lots and lots of to-do lists.
With Jupiter in Taurus, you might just find yourself swimming in a pool of dollar bills like Scrooge McDuck. Jupiter's the planet of good luck, and Taurus is basically the Bill Gates of the zodiac. So, if you play your cards right, you could be in for a cosmic windfall. Don't say I didn't warn you when you start finding coins in your couch cushions.
But hold up, space cadets! Taurus has a bit of a reputation for overindulging. It's like Neo at an all-you-can-eat buffet. So, while Jupiter might be whispering sweet nothings about endless pizza slices into your ear, remember to take it slow. Don’t go Matrix on your diet and start seeing everything as binary code. Enjoy the good things, but remember: balance is key. After all, even Neo had to learn how to dodge bullets before he could stop them.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is retrograde at 00 Pis 59' 54", moving backwards at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 1353712418km away and receding.
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is retrograde at 22 Tau 20' 34", moving backwards at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 2811967118km away and approaching.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is retrograde at 25 Pis 41' 15", moving backwards at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 4335033314km away and receding.
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is prograde at 27 Cap 53' 31", moving at 0 degrees per day, and is 5187609797km away and receding.
Greetings, earthlings! Try not to spill your kombucha, but Pluto, that celestial underdog we all know and love, is currently strutting its stuff in Capricorn. Now, if you're a hardcore science nerd like me, you might be nitpicking about whether Pluto is actually a planet or not. But hey, let's not get caught up in semantics, when there's cosmic insight to be had!
Pluto and Capricorn are like the Steve Jobs and Bill Gates of the universe - they're all about success, power, and a stubborn determination to get things done. They don’t just climb mountains, they move them. So, while Pluto is doing the cha-cha in the sign of the ambitious goat, you might find yourself being a tad bit... well, intolerant of others. "My way or the hyperlane," you might say. Consider this a cosmic heads up to not turn into a total space tyrant.
On the upside, Pluto, who I like to call the 'Cosmic Marie Kondo', wants us to declutter our lives from unnecessary negativity. It's like a celestial spring cleaning of the soul, with a dash of dynamite. So as you embark on your mission to boldly go where no one has gone before, remember to be deliberate in what you destroy. After all, even in the vast vacuum of space, every action has an equal and opposite reaction. And nobody wants to get hit by cosmic debris.
So, grab your telescopes and your sense of humor, because this transit is going to be one intergalactic ride. And remember, what happens in Capricorn, stays in Capricorn... unless it gets sucked into a black hole, of course. Peace out, fellow stargazers!
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Mars
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