Black moon rising this weekend
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The new moon on Saturday, Aug. 23 kicks off a series of eclipses, including a total lunar eclipse and a partial solar eclipse as an "eclipse season" gets underway.
While the spectacular annual Perseid meteor shower peaked around Aug. 12, it generally continues through Aug. 24. With the “Black Moon” occurring tonight, the sky will be extra-dark, giving viewers a better chance of seeing the elusive shooting stars.
The Black Moon will occur on August 23, 2025, a rare new moon that appears due to unusual calendar and seasonal timing.
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A rare black moon is set to appear on Friday, August 22, and it’s sending shockwaves across social media. While astronomers say it’s just a second new moon in a single month, others are linking it to biblical prophecy and end-of-time warnings.