Back on May 23, Saturn was at its full glory Continue reading “Saturn outshone”
Month: May 2015
Moving into line
Over the next several evenings you can see Continue reading “Moving into line”
Satur
Saturday, and Saturn is at opposition. A planet’s crowning time Continue reading “Satur”
Moonladder
The Moon reappears and climbs past four planets.
A Turkish Delight
My outburst a month ago about the centenary of Continue reading “A Turkish Delight”
The vote
Britain, the so-called United Kingdom, held a national election on May 7. Like almost every election, it exemplified Continue reading “The vote”
Northnorthnorth
Venus and Mercury are at their northernmost points – and, by chance, almost simultaneously.
Capitals
Aiken, South Carolina, former Sports Capital of the South Continue reading “Capitals”
Mercury in May
Mercury tomorrow will be at the top of its best evening appearance of this year Continue reading “Mercury in May”
Eta Aquarid morning meteors
Here it comes again, the dust-trail of Halley’s Comet. Continue reading “Eta Aquarid morning meteors”