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Breaking News from EarthSky, June 10th: M5.2 earthquake shakes California

M5.2 earthquake shakes California

There were no immediate reports of damage from the moderate earthquake that shook southern California residents awake early Friday morning.

The U.S. Geological Survey is reporting a 5.2-magnitude earthquake – a moderate but noteworthy earthquake – near the San Jacinto fault in southern California. The quake was centered in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. A local news outlet, the Desert Sun reported that the quake shook southern California residents awake early Friday at 1:04 a.m.

USGS gives the following information about the quake:
Time
2016-06-10 08:04:38 (UTC)

Nearby Places
22.0 km (13.7 mi) NNW of Borrego Springs, CA
24.0 km (14.9 mi) ESE of Anza, CA
25.0 km (15.5 mi) NE of Warner Springs, CA
43.0 km (26.7 mi) S of Palm Springs, CA
68.0 km (42.3 mi) ENE of Escondido, CA
98.0 km (60.9 mi) NE of San Diego, CA
109.0 km (67.7 mi) SE of San Bernardino, CA

Initial incomplete data had suggested two quakes of roughly the same size shook within a minute, but USGS deleted one of them shortly afterward.

California is an earthquake-prone region because it is located along what geologists call the Ring of Fire surrounding the Pacific Ocean.

Dr. Lucy Jones – a geologist in southern California – has posted many tweets about the June 10 earthquake this morning:

Dr. Lucy Jones @DrLucyJones

EQ at ~1:05 this morning is a mag 5 near the San Jacinto fault

Dr. Lucy Jones @DrLucyJones

Another M3 aftershock.
M5.2 @ 1:04 am
M3.5 @ 1:06
M3.0 @ 1:07
M3.5 at 1:33
+ dozens of tiny ones

Dr. Lucy Jones @DrLucyJones

We have never seen a San Andreas EQ triggered by a San Jacinto EQ. The 2 faults are ~25 miles apart

Bottom line: No immediate reports of damage or injuries from a 5.2-magnitude earthquake in southern California early in the morning on June 10, 2016.

Author

DEBORAH BYRD

Deborah Byrd created the EarthSky radio series in 1991 and EarthSky.org in 1994. Today, she serves as Editor-in-Chief of this website. She has won a galaxy of awards from the broadcasting and science communities, including having an asteroid named 3505 Byrd in her honor. A science communicator and educator since 1976, Byrd believes in science as a force for good in the world and a vital tool for the 21st century. “Being an EarthSky editor is like hosting a big global party for cool nature-lovers,” she says.

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Earth & Sky News for June 10: Moon and Jupiter in Leo on June 10

Moon and Jupiter in Leo on June 10

Tonight – June 10, 2016 – as soon as darkness falls, look for the waxing crescent moon in the western sky. That nearby bright “star” is actually the king planet Jupiter, the brightest starlike object in the evening sky. The fainter light on the other side of the moon on June 10 is Regulus, the brightest star in the constellation Leo the Lion.

There’s no way to mistake Regulus for Jupiter – or vice versa. Jupiter is by far the brighter object, outshining Regulus by some 20 times. That’s not to say that Jupiter is the more luminous of these two celestial lights. It’s not.

Jupiter, being a planet, shines because it reflects the light of the sun.

Regulus is a star, so it shines by its own light.

If Regulus were at the sun’s distance from Earth, it’d visually be 150 times brighter than our sun. Or, another way of putting it, the sun at Regulus’ distance of 79 light-years would appear 1/150th as bright as Regulus. You’d need an optical aid to see the sun at this far away.

The moon travels in front of all the constellations of the zodiac in about four weeks. As seen from Earth, the moon moves much more quickly relative to the backdrop stars of the zodiac than does any other celestial object.

For instance, the moon will move past Jupiter on June 11, and then will leave the constellation Leo to enter the constellation Virgo after a few more days.

Jupiter won’t enter Virgo until August 8, 2016.

Bottom line: Watch for the moon and the planet Jupiter to light up the constellation Leo the Lion as soon as darkness falls on June 10, 2016.

 

Author

BRUCE MCCLURE

Bruce McClure has served as lead writer for EarthSky’s popular Tonight pages since 2004. He’s a sundial aficionado, whose love for the heavens has taken him to Lake Titicaca in Bolivia and sailing in the North Atlantic, where he earned his celestial navigation certificate through the School of Ocean Sailing and Navigation. He also writes and hosts public astronomy programs and planetarium programs in and around his home in upstate New York.

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Your Daily Influences for June 10

Your Daily Influences
June 10, 2016

 

Five of Swords Reversed
Victories may be empty. False pride must be avoided. Sorrow is possible.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jera
Jera denotes positive, recurring cycles, fertility and a time to harvest rewards from your hard work.

 

 

 

 

Magic Nails
The spirit of someone you knew dearly is trying to guide you in this aspect. In a dark room light a single candle and focus upon its light. Listen carefully with your heart and you will know what to do.

 

 

 

Your Daily Influences represent events and challenges the current day will present for you. They may represent opportunities you should be ready to seize. Or they may forewarn you of problems you may be able to avoid or lessen. Generally it is best to use them as tips to help you manage your day and nothing more.

Your Charm for June 10th is The Tortoise

Your Charm for Today

 

Today’s Meaning:
The tortoise represents the dome of the sky, the universe. It tells you to take slow, deliberate steps and you can achieve everything you desire.

General Description:
In China, Japan, and many other countries in the East, the Tortoise is regarded as a talisman for repelling every description of magic, and the supposed malign influence of the evil eye. This jade charm is also used as a powerful amulet for good fortune, happiness, both of the heart and body, endurance, strength, and longevity. In Eastern Asia the Tortoise is regarded as the symbol of the universe, the dome of the sky being represented by the shell, and the earth by the body of the tortoise.

 

One Card Drawing of the Ancient Symbol Cards for the Weekend Of June 10th

One Card Drawing of the Ancient Symbol Cards for the Upcoming Weekend

The Journey

 

While physical travel may be involved, The Journey represents an individual’s spiritual trek from one point to another. The Journey is represented by a sailboat gliding across an open sea. Like those traversing the ocean The Journey requires that we move off the firm ground of our present state and strike out for a new destination. The trip itself may well be full of adventure and challenges. There may be times when we lose sight of where we came from and possibly not even know where we’re going. Storms may crop up without warning. Diversions may slow our progress to our destination down. While it’s good to have an idea of where you want to go, it’s equally important to remember that often it’s the getting there and not the destination that is the most rewarding. To take such a spiritual voyage takes courage and conviction that direction in which your are moving is right for you.

Your Witches Rune for June 10th is Woman

Today’s Witches Rune

Woman

Meaning: The first meaning of this rune is quite obvious: it represents women. Any woman that is important in the question, whether you know her or not, will be represented by this rune. Mother, sister, aunt, grandma, a female boss, friend, lover or even enemy… all can be symbolized by the appearance of this rune.

In a more general sense, this rune is related to traditional female abilities and characteristics, such as giving birth, nurturing, comforting and healing. When this rune appears, you can count on the sympathy of others towards you or your situation. In its most negative aspects, the Woman rune can show over-protectiveness, a patronizing attitude or co-dependency. It often strives to maintain the status quo, refusing to change even if the situation is bad.

The Woman rune is connected to nurturing – nurturing a relationship, a person or a project. Like the Moon rune, it can be related to finding a safe place to rest and heal, but while the Moon implies a solitary retreat, the Woman often shows that you need to go back to the people you trust, the people you feel safe with.

Healing is another strong aspect of this symbol, as well as teaching. You can be both the patient/student or the healer/teacher when this rune appears. This rune is also connected to creativity, but in a way that is different from the Romance rune. While the latter is about the conception of a project – the initial stages of creation – the Woman is about the birth of this project. When your creation is brought out into the world, fully manifested.

In relationship readings, this rune isn’t bad, but rather weak. While it can indicate subtle ties between people, these are usually so, so subtle that the partners can easily drift away from each other. It can show that one of the partners sees the other as someone who needs to be protected and healed, rather than an equal. Usually, the romance is a bit stagnated when this rune appears, or very close to becoming a friendship.

 

 

Source:

Your Spiritual Journey Australia

Your Crowley Thoth Tarot Card for June 10 is Death

Your Crowley Thoth Tarot Card for Today

Death



First and foremost Death does not specifically pertain to our physical death. The Death card marks ends and beginnings. Although most illustrations of the Death card tend to be morbid, the forces behind the Death card are actually quite exciting. Yes Death does mark the end of something. But ends are often brought about by completion and not loss. Most endings are actually good, and make room for us to begin new adventures.

Shuffling the Cards Again, Your Weekend Pyramid Reading for June 10 – 12

Your Pyramid Reading for the Upcoming Weekend

 

 

This Weekend’s Theme

Faith Reversed

Faith reversed may denote a pursuit of truth through spirituality that is out of balance. Beware of false prophets and evil posing as good.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This Weekend’s Challenge

King of Coins Reversed

Misuse of skills. Prone to vice. Easily corrupted. Possibly dangerous when angered.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Your Ally for this Weekend

Capricorn

Capricorn denotes a drive to succeed through a pragmatic approach to life.

Casting the Stones, Your Rune Reading for the Weekend of June 10th

Your Rune Reading for the Upcoming Weekend

 

bw-wunjoYour Current Situation
Wunjo

Wunjo denotes joy and shared bliss. It may also represent a job well done and the satisfaction one feels from completing such a task. Wunjo brings good fortune and harmony.

 

 

bw-eihwazBarriers You Will Face
Eihwaz

Eihwaz represents the Yew tree and its everlasting nature. The Yew may bend, but it does not break. You are on the right course and have the strength and ability to meet your goals. Congratulations!

 

 

bw-naudhizPositive Influences That Will Assist You
Naudhiz

Naudhiz may foretell needs unmet and friction in relationships. You may be in a time where you should be very careful in whatever endeavor you take on. Also it may be that you are about to learn some of life’s hard lessons and come out the other side of this period a stronger being.

 

 

bw-sowiloWhat’s coming soon
Sowilo

The Sun Rune, denotes power and strength. That which you want may be attained. Sowilo also denotes mental clarity and added warmth to your relationships.

 

 

bw-raidhoThe Long Term Results
Raidho

Raidho may mark the coming of a physical or spiritual journey. Whichever the case, changes in your life are soon to come. Spiritual or material goals may be attained.

Your Lucky Tarot Cards for the Weekend of June 10th

Your Lucky Cards

This reading represents elements that favor you this weekend.

The Emperor

The Emperor is gifted with the skills to successfully lead others. He can turn chaos into order, provide structure to that which is unbound. He is quick of mind and confident in his power and right to rule, and does so in a just manner. Although stern by nature, he truly is the ultimate father figure. He will provide as needed, teach those with unanswered questions, protect the vulnerable, set and maintain boundaries. His perfect world runs on schedule and is free of any disturbances. What the Emperor must be wary of is setting boundaries and rules where none are needed. If he isn’t he may well become a tyrant.

When The Hierophant or Justice are among your personal cards, the influence of The Emperor may be increased. Having The Empress in your personal cards may diminish the influence of The Emperor.

The Fool

This card represents the dreamer in you, the idealist, the mystic. The Fool desires to do great things, but is often unaware of just how difficult great things are to do. He must always be very careful of the choices he makes, and remember knowledge is his ally. The Fool often symbolizes a new beginning, unrestrained optimism, and curiosity that hasn’t been dulled by time. While The Fool may well indicate a lack of experience or grasp of the pitfalls along the path he is taking, it is equally true that his lack of experience leads him to believe all things are possible, which brings even impossible goals within his grasp.

When The Hanged Man or The Star are among your personal cards, the influence of The Fool may be increased. Having The Devil in your personal cards may diminish the influence of The Fool.

Your Daily Tarot Card for June 10th is The Emperor

Your Personal Daily Tarot Card

The Emperor



The Emperor is blessed with the skills to successfully lead others. He can turn chaos into order and provide structure to that which is unbound. He is quick of mind and confident in his power and right to rule, and does so in a just manner. Although stern by nature, he truly is the ultimate father figure. He will provide as needed, teach those with unanswered questions, protect the vulnerable, set and maintain boundaries. His perfect world runs on schedule and is free of any disturbances. What the Emperor must be wary of is setting boundaries and rules where none are needed. If he isn’t careful not to over use his powers he may well become a tyrant.

Get A Jump On Tomorrow, Your Daily Horoscopes for Saturday, June 11

Get A Jump On Tomorrow….

Your Daily Horoscopes for Saturday, June 11

by Rick Levine

 

General Horoscope

The veil between this world and other dimensions is diaphanous today as the Sun, Mars and Pluto create magical geometry based on the seven-pointed star. Although the earthy Virgo Moon reflects our need to live as practically as possible, everything is still more complicated than we prefer as we are thrown off course by a simple twist of fate. Thankfully, we regain our footing when the Moon connects with generous Jupiter and powerful Pluto.

Aries Horoscope MAR 21 – APR 19

It might seem as if you’re out of step with the rest of the world today. However, you’re not really sure if you want to put in the effort required to reestablish a rhythm that is in sync with those around you. Even if you attempt to meet reality halfway, there still could be awkward moments when you feel that you just don’t fit in. Thankfully, you can shift the energy by accepting the dynamics as a passing phase. Remember, your current situation is not your final destination and how you rise to the challenge is part of the course.

Taurus Horoscope APR 20 – MAY 20

Expressing your opinion again and again in an attempt to get others to support you just doesn’t make sense. You are aware that you’re repeating yourself, and can’t comprehend why your message isn’t sinking in. It’s quite likely that people simply need time to assimilate your words and there’s no way for you to speed up the process. Being more obstinate won’t help your cause but a calculated retreat gives everyone a little room to breathe.

Gemini Horoscope MAY 21 – JUN 20

Although you thought you knew where a conversation was going, you might find yourself in the midst of an uncomfortable debate with no clue how you got there. There’s nothing wrong with holding a position different from someone else; however, it becomes problematic when you believe that your point of view is the only correct one. Instead of trying to untangle the cause of a current predicament, acknowledge the richness of diversity. There are many ways to look at the same thing and accepting multiple perspectives demonstrates your strength of character.

Cancer Horoscope JUN 21 – JUL 22

There’s so much going on in your mind now that it’s difficult to express the various streams of thought coherently. In fact, your logic could be running on multiple levels simultaneously, challenging you to put your ideas into words. You may be familiar with feeling isolated at times, but it’s relatively easy to bridge the communication gap now. Instead of trying to reveal everything all at once, just pick one simple concept and say something about it. Your personal disclosure will naturally get the ball rolling, prompting the conversation that previously seemed impossible.

Leo Horoscope JUL 23 – AUG 22

It’s tempting to tell your friends exactly what you think today, especially if you believe they are trying to control your life. In fact, you have little patience for anyone’s coercive behavior. However, you could react so quickly that you speak your mind before you even know your own thoughts. Don’t be a victim of your impatience now; impulsive actions lead to big trouble. Considering the consequences of your words before they are spoken saves the day.

Virgo Horoscope AUG 23 – SEP 22

Although you could be unequivocal about your own feelings today, others have a much harder time reading your energy now. You appear to be sitting on the fence, holding multiple positions and unwilling to make a choice. Paradoxically, it might be their confusion that prevents them from appreciating your single-mindedness. Don’t try to convince anyone of the power of your laser-like focus; let people change their minds once they see the proof in real life.

Libra Horoscope SEP 23 – OCT 22

There are several different ways to reach your goal today and you hope to take the easiest route to your destination. Unfortunately, your emotional life may be more complicated than the actual logistics. Your feelings for close friends and family might not match up with your high expectations. Thankfully, responding to events as they happen prevents a messy situation from getting worse. Living in the moment can be challenging now but is well worth the effort.

Scorpio Horoscope OCT 23 – NOV 21

You are in your element today as mystery and intrigue take center stage. However, your insatiable curiosity might require more mental bandwidth than you have available. Nevertheless, it’s those things you work the hardest for that will reward you the most now. But there doesn’t seem to be a lot of middle ground for you to stand on; either you don’t care about a subject or you want to know everything. Both extremes are problematic. If you stop looking at life through a black and white lens, you will be able to see all the colors of the rainbow.

Sagittarius Horoscope NOV 22 – DEC 21

People in your life seem so lovely today that you’re tempted to place them up on a pedestal. You might not even notice their true identity if you are working with a preconceived notion of who they are. Unfortunately, you could admire someone so much that he or she ends up disappointing you by falling short of your vision. Thankfully, the solution is as easy as changing your mind. Although high expectations feed frustration, you can hope for the best while planning for the worst.

Capricorn Horoscope DEC 22 – JAN 19

You are quite optimistic about completing everything that’s on your to-do list today. You may be so enthusiastic that you write down each task without regard for how long it will take to execute. Don’t wait until you run into major snafus later in the day; instead, fill in your schedule and assign a realistic block of time for each chore. If you don’t finish one item within the allotted time, move on to the next. You might be left with cleanup work to do later tonight or tomorrow, but this disciplined strategy will enable you to get more done than you ever imagined.

Aquarius Horoscope JAN 20 – FEB 18

Your creativity sizzles today as you tackle one exciting enterprise after another. You love the variety of activity as you finish one project and then gleefully start the next. However, people may try to co-opt your efforts by requesting your assistance on something completely unrelated to your goals. Don’t set aside your original plans in order to participate in someone else’s pet project. You will be in a better place to help others once you see your own progress take flight.

Pisces Horoscope FEB 19 – MAR 20

You can’t decide whether to keep your feelings to yourself or to give others a piece of your mind. Although you have a lot to say today, you’re not sure that your message will be received in the spirit it is intended. The problem is your runaway optimism can overpower your critical thinking and awkwardly lead you into a labyrinth of emotional dynamics. All you need now is a hand to hold and a heart to understand your dreams.

 

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