The Harvest Moon is the last of the Supermoons of the year, and it will be visible on Friday, September 29. This brighter shining moon is called a Harvest Moon because it supposedly rises around the same time the sun sets, with about 30% more brightness, giving producers more time to harvest their crops and…
Blue Supermoon in August
A supermoon occurs when the moon is at its closest point to Earth in its orbit, making it look larger and brighter than normal. Today, August 30 2023, a Bluemoon will be seen in the skies around the globe. This moon will not be blue (literally), just brighter. This is reportedly a rare occurrence and…
2 Supermoons in August
A supermoon occurs when the moon is at its closest point to Earth in its orbit, making it appear larger and brighter than usual. Supermoons happen about once every 14 months, but this year, we’re in for a treat as August will feature two supermoons! The first supermoon of the month will occur on August…
The Ocean is Drowning in Plastic
More than 171 trillion pieces of plastic are currently floating in the world’s oceans, according to a study by a group of scientists who analyzed data starting from 1979 to recent expeditions that trawl the seas to collect plastics. Single-use plastics such as bottles, packaging, and fishing equipment break down over time into smaller pieces…