arcturus

In June 2023, skywatching highlights include the nearing of Mars and Venus, the leading of Saturn into the dawn by Jupiter, and the bright evening stars Spica and Arcturus. Key events are Mars in the Beehive Cluster on June 1-2, a full moon on June 3, a new moon on June 18, and the June solstice on June 21, which also marks a unique alignment of the crescent Moon, Venus, and Mars.Mars and Venus, Summer Stars, and the June Solstice!The planets of war and love draw nearer each night, as the bright stars of Northern…

Coronavirus levels in Los Angeles County wastewater have ticked up, potentially as a result of the arrival of a more infectious Omicron subvariant dubbed Arcturus. The latest strain, known officially as XBB.1.16, is probably responsible for a rise in coronavirus cases in India, where there have been a number of anecdotal reports of what had been a rare COVID-19 symptom, especially in children: pinkeye.Arcturus has been making up a greater percentage of coronavirus cases nationwide. It comprised an estimated 10% of U.S.…

Los Angeles County has identified its first cases of an emerging Omicron coronavirus subvariant dubbed Arcturus, a strain global health authorities are watching closely as it has been linked to an upswing in cases in India.Officially designated XBB.1.16, the subvariant also has attracted attention following anecdotal reports linking it to what has been a rare COVID-19 symptom: pink eye. However, it remains unclear whether this symptom is more pronounced in Arcturus than earlier Omicron strains. The latest subvariant has…

This month appears to be rewarding for skywatchers with a full range of binocular and telescopic sights in the offing. All through September, interesting cosmic events will take place and can be seen over the horizon, according to NASA. The space agency said in its monthly update astronomers and space enthusiasts will have to gear up early as Mercury, the smallest planet in the Solar System will appear low in the west briefly, about half an hour after the sunset. Because Mercury is so small, only slightly larger than…