InspireMore

Each month, we get the chance to […]
The post A Rare Blue Supermoon Rises This Weekend! Best Times To See & More appeared first on InspireMore.

A Rare Blue Supermoon Rises This Weekend! Best Times To See & More

There's some exciting news for all you budding astronomers - there's a full Moon coming later this month. But this full Moon is particularly special as it's a blue Supermoon. A Supermoon is when a full Moon is closest to the Earth, appearing bigger and brighter than normal - up to 15% brighter and 30% bigger than regular full Moons.

Super Blue Moon 2024: When can you see the Supermoon?

Space.com

Discover the August Supermoon Blue Moon. Learn what it is, when to see it, and what to expect from this stunning sight.

The Supermoon Blue Moon is coming. Here's what to expect

USA TODAY Sports Media Group

We’ve seen some gorgeous moons in 2024, including the Strawberry Moon back in June. and a stunning shot of a full moon with the Eiffel Tower and Olympic rings. But this one is very special. On Monday night, August 19 2024, we’ll get what’s called a blue supermoon. The latter term is when the moon is as close as it can be to the Earth, and then the blue moon, which is the third full moon in a season.

How to see the 2024 full moon known as the blue supermoon on Monday

IFLScience

Super? Blue? Sturgeon? What is the deal with this Moon?

First Supermoon Of 2024 Rises On Monday – And It's Blue To Boot

Next week’s full Moon is a rare Supermoon, also referred to as a Blue Moon, Sturgeon Moon, or Dog Moon, among other names. The term “supermoon” was coined by astrologer Richard Nolle in 1979, referring to either a new or full Moon that occurs when the Moon is within 90% of its closest approach to Earth.

Don’t Miss It! Rare Blue Supermoon To Light Up The Night Sky In August

Community Voices represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program but not yet verified their accounts. Community Voices are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

community_voice

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Paddlers and swimmers are being warned to take extra care at the beach to avoid being stung by venomous fish. People on the Norfolk and Suffolk coast have reported stings from standing on weever fish, which have spiny backs that can puncture the soles of feet, causing a painful sting.

Beachgoers warned to watch out for venomous fish

A 36-year-old man is arrested after an incident involving a dog he was walking in Brighton.

Man arrested for causing unnecessary suffering to dog

Chicago, IL

This months' full moon falls on Aug. 19 and it will be the only full moon of August 2024. So how can we call it a "Blue Moon?"

Don't miss the 'unconventional' Blue Moon of August 2024

A fifth person has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was seriously assaulted. Police were called to Best One on Fratton Road in Portsmouth at 02:40 BST on Friday, after the 22-year-old walked in and asked for medical help. Two women, aged 35 and 37, and...

Fifth person arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

The heavens are getting ready to roll out a stunning red carpet for a rare “supermoon blue moon” that’s about to light up our skies. This isn’t just any full moon; it’s set to outshine and outsize all the other moons we’ve seen this year, grabbing the attention of stargazers and casual viewers alike.

Rare "supermoon blue moon" is the biggest and brightest moon of 2024

Andrew Blackburn only had a provisional licence when he drove at high speed before crashing into a tree.

Danger driver who crashed car and killed friend is jailed

Colorado State

Contributors represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program and self-verified their accounts. They have also demonstrated their experience writing hard news for other outlets. Contributors are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

contributor

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Decider.com

Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos had an extra sweet celebration on Live with Kelly and Mark this morning.

The two honored National Soft Serve Day by each helping themselves to a bowl of vanilla soft serve ice cream at the co-host desk. As Consuelos pulled out bowls of both rainbow and chocolate sprinkles, Ripa told the Live audience that in South Jersey, they call soft serve “custard.”

Consuelos quipped, “You also call spaghetti sauce ‘gravy,’ which is weird. Which is not what I think it is.”

Kelly Ripa Pokes Fun At Mark Consuelos’ Ideal “Death Row Meal” On ‘Live’: “Are You Assuming That...

Mark Consuelos Recalls Being Served A “Massive” Soft Serve After Being Recognized From ‘Riverdale’ On ‘Live’: “I Used To Ask For A Small”

Cooking With Maryann

Made famous in 2000 by former First Lady Laura Bush, these cowboy cookies are an updated twist on a traditional oatmeal cookie, trading raisins for chocolate chips, pecans, and shredded coconut. (We've swapped out the shortening as well!) To take it a step further, you can also toast the coconut and pecans for enhanced nuttiness. Here's what you'll need for about 18 cookies:

Cowboy Cookies

Beloved actress Nichelle Nichols, who died at 89 in 2022, found fame with her pioneering role as Communications Officer Lt. Nyota Uhura on TV's original Star Trek series (NBC, 1966-1969). She went on to play a groundbreaking role in several feature films and, as an African-American actress, became a beacon of dignity and diversity in Hollywood.

'Star Trek's' Nichelle Nichols Was Not Allowed To Play Secretary 'Peggy Fair' on TV's 'Mannix'

Skywatchers! The highly anticipated supermoon will peak tomorrow, Monday, August 19, at 2:26 PM EDT, with visibility being the best after sunset. The Moon will appear full for three days, from Sunday to Wednesday. A supermoon occurs when the Moon is at its closest point to Earth during its orbit, appearing larger and brighter. This supermoon will be followed by three more supermoons in September, October, and November. The Old Farmer’s Almanac details specific moonrise times for ZIP codes across the U.S.

This Year’s First Supermoon, Which Appears Bigger and Brighter, Will Peak on Monday, August 19

NewsBreak

In pictures: Blue supermoon glows red

Monday's full supermoon - also a blue moon - turned red in a dramatic way on Sunday night. The glowing sphere has been seen across the...

In pictures: Blue supermoon glows red

Comments / 0