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The Christmas tree is a beloved symbol of the holiday season that can be found in homes, advertisements, and decorations worldwide. But have you ever stopped to wonder why we decorate trees for Christmas? While the evergreen tree wasn't associated with Christmas until 1605, the significance of evergreens dates back much further. For example, the ancient worship of the sun god Mithras often include…Read More

According to AccuWeather's long-range forecasters, the upcoming winter in the United States will be impacted by a strengthening El Niño, resulting in colder temperatures and more snow for some areas. However, not every region will experience the same weather patterns, with some areas predicted to have above-average temperatures. The Northeast is expected to see more snow than last winter, with th…Read More

December is going to be an exciting month for stargazers of all ages. With longer nights, the month presents more time for stargazing and the chance to see the return of the famous constellation Orion. Several astronomy events are happening this month, but the most awaited one is the Geminid meteor shower. This natural light show will take place on the night of Wednesday, Dec. 13, into the morning…Read More

The weather forecast for the upcoming week is as follows: on Sunday, it will be cloudy with a high of 64F and light winds. Sunday night will also be cloudy with a low of 43F and light winds. Monday will start with considerable clouds, but they will decrease later in the day. The high will be 64F with light winds. Monday night will be mostly clear with a low of 41F and light winds. Tuesday will hav…Read More

This week, stargazers can spot the Andromeda Galaxy and the Perseus Double Cluster without any special equipment. Spica can be seen 5° to the right of Venus on Saturday, and Regulus can be seen 3° or 4° to the Moon's right on Sunday. Other celestial events this week include Jupiter's Moon, Io, crossing into Jupiter's face and the earliest sunset of the year on December 7th. The Pleiades cluster…Read More

As the Christmas holiday season approaches, the Nativity story continues to captivate and inspire people of all ages. This timeless tale of hope, faith, and the miraculous birth of a child in Bethlehem holds deep symbolism and meaning that transcends generations. From the iconic imagery of the manger scene to the central role of angels and the significance of the Star of Bethlehem, the Nativity st…Read More

Here is the weather forecast for the next week: Sunday will be sunny with a high of 62°F and north-northwest winds at 5 to 10 mph. The night will be clear with a low of 31°F and light and variable winds. Monday will also be sunny with a high of 61°F and light and variable winds. Monday night will be mostly clear with a low of 32°F and light and variable winds. Tuesday will be sunny with a high…Read More

This week, there are several celestial events to observe. On Sunday and Monday evenings, there will be a full moon that can be viewed from North America. If you use binoculars, you can see the Moon near the Pleiades. Vega, a bright star, can be seen in the west-northwest on Monday evening. Above it is Deneb, the head of the Northern Cross. By around 11 p.m., the cross will be upright on the northw…Read More

Are you ready for some stargazing this weekend? The Leonid meteor shower is happening, and it is one of the last meteor showers of 2023. The peak of the shower is expected on the night of Nov. 17-18, offering a chance to spot shooting stars in the night sky. The shower is expected to have a rate of around 15 meteors per hour. Activity will start off slow on Friday night but will gradually increase…Read More

Did you know that Sagittarius, also known as the Archer, is the ninth astrological sign? Its symbol is a bow and arrow, and it is associated with the constellation Sagittarius. Sagittarius spans the 240th to 270th degrees of the zodiac and is represented by the centaur Chiron in Greek mythology. Chiron mentored Achilles, a Greek hero of the Trojan War, in archery. Sagittarius is a part of the Fire…Read More