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April 18 Astronomy Picture of the Day

Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer.

2022 April 18

Stars and Planets over Portugal

Image Credit & Copyright: Miguel Claro (TWAN, Dark Sky Alqueva)

Explanation: The mission was to document night-flying birds — but it ended up also documenting a beautiful sky. The featured wide-angle mosaic was taken over the steppe golden fields in Mértola, Portugal in 2020. From such a dark location, an immediately-evident breathtaking glow arched over the night sky: the central band of our Milky Way galaxy. But this sky had much more. Thin clouds crossed the sky like golden ribbons. The planet Mars appeared on the far left, while the planets Saturn and Jupiter were also simultaneously visible — but on the opposite side of the sky, here seen on the far right. Near the top of the image the bright star Vega can be found, while the far-distant and faint Andromeda Galaxy can be seen toward the left, just below Milky Way’s arch. As the current month progresses, several planets are lining up in the pre-dawn sky: Jupiter, Venus, Mars, and Saturn.

 

Did you know? Many APODs have links for adventure & humor

April 18 Today in History

Today’s Important Historical Events

1025 Bolesław Chrobry is crowned in Gniezno, becoming the first King of Poland

1506 The cornerstone of the current St. Peter’s Basilica is laid in the Vatican by Pope Julius II

1775 Paul Revere and William Dawes ride from Charlestown to Lexington warning the “regulars are coming!”

1783 American Revolution: George Washington issues General Order announcing the end of hostilities with Britain, giving thanks to the Almighty, and offering congratulations and authorizing an extra ration of alcohol to the troops to celebrate [1]

1906 San Francisco earthquake and fire kills nearly 4,000 while destroying 75% of the city

1954 Egyptian Colonel Gamal Abdel Nasser seizes power and appoints himself Prime Minister

Today’s Historical Events

310 St Eusebius begins his reign as Catholic Pope

387 Bishop Ambrosius of Milan baptizes Augustinus

1025 Bolesław Chrobry is crowned in Gniezno, becoming the first King of Poland

1506 The cornerstone of the current St. Peter’s Basilica is laid in the Vatican by Pope Julius II

1518 Bona Sforza is crowned queen consort of Poland

1521 Diet of Worms: Cardinal Alexander questions Martin Luther

1552 Mauritius of Saksen occupies Linz

1663 Osman declares war on Austria

Today’s Historical Events in Film and TV

1930 BBC news announcer announces “there is no news” at 20:45 news bulletin, plays music instead

1944 Leonard Bernstein & Jerome Robbins‘ ballet “Fancy Free” premieres in NYC

1969 Greek actress and activist Melina Mercouri establishes Greek Aid Fund

1979 “Real People” premieres on NBC TV

1988 Barbra Streisand records “Warm All Over”

1994 Arsenio Hall announces he will end his show in May 1994

1998 51st British Film and Television Awards (BAFTAS): “The Full Monty” Best Film, Baz Luhrmann Best Director

2004 50th British Academy Television Awards: “Little Britain” Best Comedy, “Buried” Best Drama

Today’s Historical Events in Music

1946 Rome, Auerbach and Horwitt’s musical “Call Me Mister” opens at National Theater NYC for 734 performances

1951 “Make a Wish” opens at Winter Garden Theater NYC for 102 performances

1953 “Pal Joey” closes at Broadhurst Theater NYC after 542 performances

1955 “Ankles Aweigh” opens at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC for 176 performances

1964 Albert Hague and Marty Brill’s musical “Cafe Crown”, starring Theodore Bikel, closes at Martin Beck Theater NYC after 3 performances

1964 “Foxy” closes at Ziegfeld Theater NYC after 72 performances

1972 “Lost in the Stars” based on the novel “Cry the Beloved Country” by Alan Paton opens at Imperial Theater NYC for 39 performances

1977 Musical revue “Side by Side by Sondheim” opens at Music Box, NYC for 390 performances

Today’s Historical Events in Sports

1809 First run of 2,000 guineas horse race at Newmarket, England

1869 1st international cricket match, held in San Francisco, won by California

1898 2nd Boston Marathon won by Canadian Ron McDonald in race record 2:42:00

1904 8th Boston Marathon won by Michael Spring in 2:38:04.4

1908 Canadian champion Tommy Burns KOs Jewey Smith of England in 5th round at Neuilly Bowling Palace, Paris to retain his world heavyweight boxing title

1910 14th Boston Marathon won by Canadian Fred Cameron in 2:28:52.4

1918 Cleveland center fielder Tris Speaker turns an unassisted double play

1921 25th Boston Marathon won by Frank Zuna in race record 2:18:57.6

Weekly Horoscope Sunday, April 17 to Saturday, April 23, 2022

Click here for Georgia Nicols’ Daily Horoscopes 

All Signs

An exuberant, electrifying energy ushers in this week because Mercury is lined up with unpredictable Uranus. Since both these planets are in a solid Earth sign, this will also trigger brilliant, practical solutions for us. Nevertheless, what the large print giveth, the small print taketh away. At the same time, the Sun will be at odds with Pluto indicating power struggles. (Patience is the key.) By the end of the week, a dreamy influence arrives making our imaginations soar! Einstein said, “Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.” I say, “All is theatre. If you put out fresh flowers, you don’t have to dust.”

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Be aware that unusual changes will impact your finances this week, especially at the beginning of the week. Stay on top of banking details. Know what’s happening because something unexpected could impact your assets, including your earnings. This might also apply to your belongings. For example, something you own might be lost, damaged or stolen. Therefore, keep your eyes open! Meanwhile, you are becoming increasingly in touch with a softer part of you – your inner world. Your spiritual values. In turn, this will prompt a greater appreciation of your world. It will also prompt a greater appreciation of the suffering of others.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This is a powerful time for you because the Sun, Mercury and Uranus are all in your sign, and they are all lined up. This is why you feel super independent! You might even feel rebellious. You do not want to be dictated to by others. Furthermore, you might feel compelled to suddenly act or do unexpected things. Life has taken on an unpredictable quality for you, which can be exciting but also disconcerting. Be aware of this wild energy swirling around you and think before you act. Do not be rash. Fortunately, friends and members of groups are supportive and loving to you now, which is such a blessing.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

This is an unsettling time for you and you might not know why. The reason for this is the Sun, Mercury and Uranus are closely lined up in your chart; however, they are “hiding.” This means all this electric, impulsive energy is fomenting beneath the surface of things. This could make you feel vaguely restless. You have that feeling that you should “do something.” In fact, you might say or do something that surprises others. Fortunately, a lovely, supportive influence is taking place at the top of your chart right now, which is helpful to you. This means people in power will be supportive — bosses, parents, teachers, VIPs and the police. Therefore, if you need help – ask for it.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This is a popular time for you! You are more involved with young people as well making connections with organizations or clubs. Your involvement with others is lively and stimulating! It might make you feel younger. It might also trigger new ideas that make you change your future goals? Without doubt, some of you will meet someone interesting, perhaps a real character – someone unusual in some way or different from you. In addition, travel and opportunities to broaden your horizons will be thrilling! You might develop a crush on someone from another culture? You are excited and uplifted to explore opportunities in other countries, other cultures as well as publishing, the media, medicine and the law. A very rewarding time!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Sudden and unexpected news might catch you off guard at the beginning of the week. It could relate to a parent. More likely, it will relate to a boss or someone in a position of authority, perhaps even the government or the police. (“Busted!”) Do be aware of this. However, this astrological combo also indicates that you feel rebellious, especially against authority. You want to do something on your own terms. Furthermore, you’re prepared to speak up about it. You want to fight for what is right, not only for yourself but for others. (Very much your style.) Meanwhile, financial matters are looking sweet! Gifts, goodies and favours from others will come your way. You might receive an inheritance. This same, beneficial influence can promote your love life and make things passionate and wonderfully affectionate. Oh my.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Travel opportunities might drop in your lap this week. Conversely, planned travel might suddenly be changed or cancelled? Meanwhile, others will hear unexpected news about medical matters or something to do with a legal situation. Or something unexpected might even impact your work in publishing or the media? New ideas and new opportunities to get further training and education will also be exciting. Do be aware that whatever opportunities present themselves to you will have a brief window, which means you will have to act quickly. Fortunately, your closest relationships are warm and cozy! This applies to dear friendships as well as your interactions with a spouse or partner. Bonus!

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

At the beginning of this week, stay on top of banking details and anything to do with taxes, debt, insurance issues or matters related to shared property. I say this because this is where you might have a surprise. When it comes to financial matters, unless it’s a boon or a windfall, nobody likes a surprise. Therefore, stay on top of your scene. Know what’s happening, in case you have to head something off at the pass. (Especially if the posse is after you.) Fortunately, something quite wonderful is impacting your health as well as your job or your work. This is where you will truly benefit! Relations with coworkers are positive. You might see ways to make your workspace more attractive. You might get a promotion or even a better job. We like!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Something unusual will take place between you and a close friend or a partner at the beginning of the week. Someone might make an unusual demand upon a relationship? They might want more freedom? Or perhaps, you will meet someone new? Or someone close to you might introduce you to someone who is different and unusual? Something interesting will definitely take place. Meanwhile, this is a lovely time for your social life because social plans with others will be interesting! You will enjoy the theatre, movies or some kind of interaction where you are entertained. Playful activities with kids will be upbeat. Romance will be thrilling, heartwarming and affectionate. Smoochie boochies!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This week you can expect interruptions and sudden changes that impact your job and your work. These changes might be positive – or not. For example, they could indicate the introduction of new technology; or you might have computer problems. Aagghhh. A change to your work might happen. You might start a new job or a new project? You will be full of original, clever ideas related to your work. Likewise, something unexpected might occur that relates to your health. Avoid accidents and be careful. Similarly, keep an eye on your pet to avoid mishaps. On the upside, you will adore entertaining at home or redecorating where you live or buying wonderful things for your home because everything related to home and family is blessed! (You feel so fortunate.)

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Parents should be extra vigilant this week because this is an accident-prone time for your kids. However, everyone will experience a change to social plans. This change will also apply to vacations or any kind of entertaining diversion, including the arts as well as sports. This could include an unexpected award or a win or some wonderful acknowledgement? Admittedly, it might indicate a sudden disappointment. Could go either way. Most likely it is positive news because this week your everyday relations with others are unusually warm, friendly and mutually beneficial. You are the charter member of your own mutual admiration society. Kiss, kiss, hug, hug.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

This week, interruptions and unexpected events will impact home and family for you – no question. Very likely, this will take place at the beginning of the week. For example, small appliances might break down or a minor breakage could occur. Unexpected company might be knocking at your door. (Do get dressed.) Technology might be a challenge. A Wi-Fi connection? Computer glitches? The good news is that money is coming your way! Many of you will suddenly boost your earnings or find a better paying job. You will work hard to earn your money as well. Since the money is flowing, many of you will also buy lovely, beautiful, special things for yourself. And why not? Money is only useful if you spend it.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Do be careful because this is an accident-prone time for you. Therefore, pay attention to everything you say and do because I’m referring to both physical and verbal accidents. (“Did I just say that?”) On the upside, you will have brilliant, original ideas! That’s because you can easily think outside of the box. New faces, new places and new plans will be exciting! All of this will definitely keep you on your toes. Meanwhile, a beautiful influence of Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Neptune is taking place in your sign (an influence that is still lingering from last week). This can only bring you good fortune. Alphabetize your blessings!

April 17, 2022 Daily Horoscopes Digest

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Moon Alert

There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Scorpio.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Expect some financial surprises today. Everything is a bit up in the air with respect to cash flow, earnings as well as your possessions. For example, you might find money or you might lose money. Please be wise and protect what you own against loss, theft or damage.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

This is an exciting day for you with a fast tempo. All your communications with others will be stimulating and different. Thinking patterns are rapid and your intuition is active. Quite likely, you will have inventive, original ideas and suggestions. Why not write them down?

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today your ruler Mercury is lined up with unpredictable Uranus, which will create a busy feeling within you. You might jump to conclusions. You might feel restless. Avoid rash behaviour. Be like the wise carpenter: Measure twice, cut once. Steady as she goes.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Parents should be extra vigilant about their kids today because this is an accident-prone day for their children. Meanwhile, an upset with a friend is likely. (This is also a rocky day for romance.) Social plans might change. Or possibly, a lovely invitation will come your way?

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This is not an ideal day to make your pitch to the boss or to ask for permission or approval for anything because your interactions with authority figures (parents, teachers or the police) are completely unpredictable. Things could go south in a New York minute. It’s a crapshoot.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today you will might encounter new faces and see new places. You’re full of new, innovative ideas. Travel plans might suddenly change. Unexpected news about higher education, publishing and the media is likely. A surprise that is related to medicine and the law might also occur.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Double check issues related to banking, shared property, inheritances or insurance disputes because something unpredictable could impact these areas in your life. Be smart and guard your money and your possessions because you might encounter financial surprises.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Today the Moon is in your sign at odds with unpredictable Uranus. This could bring about some surprises when dealing with those who are closest to you – friends, partners and spouses. People might be rebellious? You might want more freedom? It’s a tricky day.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This is a restless day for you. Furthermore, unexpected events might throw you a curveball. Expect detours related to your work. Something unexpected might relate to your pet or even your health today. Be vigilant and ready to respond in a number of areas. Stay flexible. “Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!”

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You might encounter a new friend or someone who is unusual in some way today. Or possibly, a friend or a member of a group will do something that surprises you. You might learn new information about a group that you did not suspect. Keep your eyes open.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Relations with bosses, parents and the police are unpredictable today. For starters, something unexpected might take place at home. Small appliances might break down or a minor breakage could occur. Someone unexpected might appear at your door. Get dressed.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

You might have to take a sudden trip today. Or possibly, a scheduled trip will be cancelled? Travel plans are unpredictable. Likewise legal and medical matters are up for grabs. Please note: Because this is a mildly accident-prone day for you, pay attention to everything you say and do.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Sean Bean (1959) shares your birthday today. You are high spirited with an excellent sense of humour. Your inner strength helps you overcome obstacles. You take your responsibilities seriously. This year is the last year of a nine-year cycle for you. It’s time to take inventory and let go of people, places and whatever is no longer relevant in your life. Clear the decks for a new year next year!

April 17 Astronomy Picture of the Day

Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer.

2022 April 17

Shuttle Over Earth

Image Credit: NASA, Expedition 22 Crew

Explanation: What’s that approaching? Astronauts on board the International Space Station in 2010 first saw it far in the distance. Soon it enlarged to become a dark silhouette. As it came even closer, the silhouette appeared to be a spaceship. Finally, the object revealed itself to be the Space Shuttle Endeavour, and it soon docked as expected with the Earth-orbiting space station. Pictured here, Endeavour was imaged near Earth’s horizon as it approached, where several layers of the Earth’s atmosphere were visible. Directly behind the shuttle is the mesosphere, which appears blue. The atmospheric layer that appears white is the stratosphere, while the orange layer is Earth’s Troposphere. Together, these thin layers of air — collectively spanning less than 2 percent of Earth‘s radius — sustain us all in many ways, including providing oxygen to breath and a barrier to dangerous radiations from space.

April 17, 2022 Current Moon Phase Digest

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

From Moongiant.com

Today and tonight the Moon will be in a Waning Gibbous Phase. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning. During this phase the Moon can also be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon.

Visit the April 2022 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on April 17 has an illumination of 99%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On April 17 the Moon is 15.53 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 99%
Moon Age: 15.53 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 371,243.91 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 150,200,985.55 km

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

April 17, 2022 Northern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions Digest

If you want to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link

Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) for your local time use this link

For Your Local Time and Date

Northwestern Hemisphere

The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Los Angeles, California, USA

April 17, 2022
07:00 pm GMT 12:00 pm PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:27 Aries 45
Moon:11 Scorpio 08
Mercury:13 Taurus 05
Venus:13 Pisces 15
Mars:02 Pisces 01
Jupiter:25 Pisces 08
Saturn:23 Aquarius 26
Uranus:13 Taurus 48
Neptune:24 Pisces 09
Pluto:28 Capricorn 34

True Lunar Node:22 Taurus 35 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:23 Taurus 53 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Cancer 19

Chiron:13 Aries 16
Ceres:19 Gemini 14
Pallas:24 Aries 35
Juno:28 Aquarius 58
Vesta:17 Aquarius 05

Eris:24 Aries 23

Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:4
Water:6
Cardinal:6
Fixed:8
Mutable:5

 

Northern Hemisphere

The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Chicago, Illinois, USA

April 17, 2022
05:00 pm GMT 12:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:27 Aries 40
Moon:09 Scorpio 56
Mercury:12 Taurus 56
Venus:13 Pisces 10
Mars:01 Pisces 57
Jupiter:25 Pisces 07
Saturn:23 Aquarius 25
Uranus:13 Taurus 47
Neptune:24 Pisces 09
Pluto:28 Capricorn 34

True Lunar Node:22 Taurus 35 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:23 Taurus 53 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Cancer 19

Chiron:13 Aries 16
Ceres:19 Gemini 12
Pallas:24 Aries 33
Juno:28 Aquarius 57
Vesta:17 Aquarius 03

Eris:24 Aries 22

Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:4
Water:6
Cardinal:6
Fixed:8
Mutable:5

Northeastern Hemisphere

The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe

17 April 2022
10:00 am GMT 12:00 M CEDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:27 Aries 23
Moon:05 Scorpio 44
Mercury:12 Taurus 24
Venus:12 Pisces 50
Mars:01 Pisces 44
Jupiter:25 Pisces 03
Saturn:23 Aquarius 24
Uranus:13 Taurus 46
Neptune:24 Pisces 08
Pluto:28 Capricorn 34

True Lunar Node:22 Taurus 36 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:23 Taurus 54 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Cancer 17

Chiron:13 Aries 15
Ceres:19 Gemini 05
Pallas:24 Aries 26
Juno:28 Aquarius 50
Vesta:16 Aquarius 56

Eris:24 Aries 22

Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:4
Water:6
Cardinal:6
Fixed:8
Mutable:5

17 April 2022 Southern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions

If you need to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link

Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) to your local time use this link

 For Your Local Time and Date

Southeastern Hemisphere

The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America

 17 April 2022
03:00 pm GMT 12:00 PM BRT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:27 Aries 35
Moon:08 Scorpio 44
Mercury:12 Taurus 47
Venus:13 Pisces 04
Mars:01 Pisces 53
Jupiter:25 Pisces 06
Saturn:23 Aquarius 25
Uranus:13 Taurus 47
Neptune:24 Pisces 09
Pluto:28 Capricorn 34

True Lunar Node:22 Taurus 35 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:23 Taurus 53 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Cancer 18

Chiron:13 Aries 15
Ceres:19 Gemini 10
Pallas:24 Aries 31
Juno:28 Aquarius 55
Vesta:17 Aquarius 01

Eris:24 Aries 22

Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:4
Water:6
Cardinal:6
Fixed:8
Mutable:5

Southern Hemisphere

The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Cape Town, South Africa

17 April 2022
10:00 am GMT 12:00 PM SAST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:27 Aries 23
Moon:05 Scorpio 44
Mercury:12 Taurus 24
Venus:12 Pisces 50
Mars:01 Pisces 44
Jupiter:25 Pisces 03
Saturn:23 Aquarius 24
Uranus:13 Taurus 46
Neptune:24 Pisces 08
Pluto:28 Capricorn 34

True Lunar Node:22 Taurus 36 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:23 Taurus 54 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Cancer 17

Chiron:13 Aries 15
Ceres:19 Gemini 05
Pallas:24 Aries 26
Juno:28 Aquarius 50
Vesta:16 Aquarius 56

Eris:24 Aries 22

Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:4
Water:6
Cardinal:6
Fixed:8
Mutable:5

Southwestern Hemisphere

The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 

17 April 2022
02:00 am GMT 12:00 PM AEST
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:27 Aries 03
Moon:00 Scorpio 58
Mercury:11 Taurus 47
Venus:12 Pisces 28
Mars:01 Pisces 29
Jupiter:24 Pisces 59
Saturn:23 Aquarius 22
Uranus:13 Taurus 45
Neptune:24 Pisces 08
Pluto:28 Capricorn 34

True Lunar Node:22 Taurus 36 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:23 Taurus 55 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Cancer 14

Chiron:13 Aries 14
Ceres:18 Gemini 58
Pallas:24 Aries 17
Juno:28 Aquarius 43
Vesta:16 Aquarius 48

Eris:24 Aries 22

Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:4
Water:6
Cardinal:6
Fixed:8
Mutable:5

A Thought for Today

Hoping you have a wonderful Saturday

Blessed be dear sisters, brothers, and honored guests.

April 16, 2022 Daily Horoscopes Digest

Moon Alert

Avoid shopping or important decisions from 5:30 PM to 9 PM EDT today (2:30 PM to 6 PM PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Libra into Scorpio.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Don’t get your belly in a rash today. The Full Moon is opposite your sign, which can create tension with partners and close friends. However, you are valid in wanting to feel free and demand the right to do your own thing.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You feel very independent today because this particular Full Moon makes you want to call the shots at work, or with anything to do with your health or dealing with a pet. You’re not being pushy; you just want to be in charge of your own life. And why not?

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today you might be dealing with issues about romance, or recent challenges related to your kids, or possibly, something to do with a social outing or a vacation. Whatever the case, you will find that the problems that have been building up in these areas will diminish by nightfall. Cooperation will be easy.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

It has been challenging dealing with parents and bosses in the last few days. However, as the Full Moon peaks today, it’s time to leave behind controlling people or compulsive habits and replace them with cooperation and teamwork. Start to steer your own destiny.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Today’s Full Moon can be a breakthrough for many of you regarding future travel decisions or something to do with the law, medicine and higher education. In addition, you will feel more assertive and confident in your daily communications with everyone, especially siblings, relatives and neighbours.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Financial matters concerning cash flow, earnings, inheritances, debt, insurance issues and taxes will come to some kind of culmination today. This will lead to clarity and some decisive choices that will boost your confidence and clarify your direction. Yes!

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today the only Full Moon in your sign all year is taking place. This will tend to bring issues with those who are closest to you to a head. However, it will also give you the strength to resist controlling people and think for yourself. It’s time to call your own shots. What’s it going to be?

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Health issues as well as matters related to a pet or your job are now coming to some kind of fruition. This means you will let go of what has been controlling you so that you have the freedom to pursue your own choices. This is so liberating!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Romantic issues as well as matters related to your kids have been a challenge recently. Others have felt challenged in sports or something to do with the arts and the entertainment world. Today’s Full Moon will release you in some way and help you break through these obstacles.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You might feel caught between the demands of home and family and the demands of your career or your job today because of the Full Moon energy. Whatever happens, you cannot ignore what’s happening with home and family. (But you will feel liberated.)

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

From today onwards, you will feel more empowered in your daily communications with others. You’re ready to make your own plans and learn new things. It’s time to step up to the plate.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Financial matters have been challenging – no question. At times, you have wondered if the light at the end of the tunnel is a train. After today’s Full Moon, you will feel more confident and more secure about your finances. That’s a relief.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actor Charlie Chaplin (1889-1977) shares your birthday today. You are friendly and sociable because you have a positive view of life. You are high spirited with a quirky sense of humour. You often resist routine. This is a wonderful year because you will get recognition for your past efforts. Expect a promotion, acknowledgement and the spotlight. You might also have increased leadership.

April 16, 2022 Current Moon Phase

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

From Moongiant.com

Today and tonight the Moon will be in a Full Moon phase. During a Full Moon the moon is 100% illuminated as seen from Earth and is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun. The Moon will be visible throughout the night sky rising at sunset in the east and setting with the sunrise the next morning. The point at which a Full Moon occurs can be measured down to a fraction of a second. The time it takes between full moons is known as a Synodic month and is 29.530587981 days long. Keep track of all the Full Moons throughout the year on the Full Moon Calendar >

Visit the April 2022 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Full Moon Phase

The Full Moon on April 16 has an illumination of 100%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On April 16 the Moon is 14.44 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Phase Details

Phase: Full Moon
Illumination: 100%
Moon Age: 14.44 days
Moon Angle: 0.53
Moon Distance: 375,485.95 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 150,159,303.93 km

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

April 16, 2022 Northern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions Digest

If you want to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link

Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) for your local time use this link

For Your Local Time and Date

Northwestern Hemisphere

The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Los Angeles, California, USA

 April 16, 2022
07:00 pm GMT 12:00 PM PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:26 Aries 46
Moon:26 Libra 49
Mercury:11 Taurus 15
Venus:12 Pisces 09
Mars:01 Pisces 15
Jupiter:24 Pisces 55
Saturn:23 Aquarius 21
Uranus:13 Taurus 44
Neptune:24 Pisces 07
Pluto:28 Capricorn 33

True Lunar Node:22 Taurus 37 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:23 Taurus 56 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Cancer 12

Chiron:13 Aries 13
Ceres:18 Gemini 51
Pallas:24 Aries 10
Juno:28 Aquarius 37
Vesta:16 Aquarius 41

Eris:24 Aries 22

Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:5
Water:5
Cardinal:7
Fixed:7
Mutable:5

Northern Hemisphere

The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Chicago, Illinois, USA

April 16, 2022
05:00 pm GMT 12:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:26 Aries 41
Moon:25 Libra 38
Mercury:11 Taurus 05
Venus:12 Pisces 03
Mars:01 Pisces 12
Jupiter:24 Pisces 54
Saturn:23 Aquarius 21
Uranus:13 Taurus 44
Neptune:24 Pisces 07
Pluto:28 Capricorn 33

True Lunar Node:22 Taurus 37 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:23 Taurus 56 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Cancer 12

Chiron:13 Aries 12
Ceres:18 Gemini 50
Pallas:24 Aries 08
Juno:28 Aquarius 35
Vesta:16 Aquarius 39

Eris:24 Aries 22

Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:5
Water:5
Cardinal:7
Fixed:7
Mutable:5

Northeastern Hemisphere

The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe

16 April 2022
10:00 am GMT 12:00 PM CEDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:26 Aries 24
Moon:21 Libra 30
Mercury:10 Taurus 33
Venus:11 Pisces 44
Mars:00 Pisces 58
Jupiter:24 Pisces 50
Saturn:23 Aquarius 19
Uranus:13 Taurus 43
Neptune:24 Pisces 06
Pluto:28 Capricorn 33

True Lunar Node:22 Taurus 38 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:23 Taurus 57 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Cancer 10

Chiron:13 Aries 11
Ceres:18 Gemini 43
Pallas:24 Aries 00
Juno:28 Aquarius 29
Vesta:16 Aquarius 31

Eris:24 Aries 22

Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:5
Water:5
Cardinal:7
Fixed:7
Mutable:5

April 16 Astronomy Picture of the Day

Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer.

2022 April 16

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Orion Pines

Image Credit & Copyright: Juan Carlos Casado (Starry Earth, TWAN)

Explanation: Taken with a camera fixed to a tripod, many short exposures were aligned with the stars to unveil this beautiful, dark night sky. Captured near the rural village of Albany`a at the northeastern corner of Spain, the three stars of Orion’s belt stretch across top center in the starry frame. Alnitak, the easternmost (left) of the belt stars is seen next to the more diffuse glow of the Flame Nebula and the dark notch of the famous Horsehead. Easily visible to the naked-eye The Great Nebula of Orion is below the belt stars. A mere 1,500 light-years distant, it is the closest large stellar nursery to our fair planet. Best seen in photographs, the broad and faint arc of Barnard’s Loop seems to embrace Orion’s brighter stars and nebulae though. In the northern spring the familiar northern winter constellation is setting. Near the western horizon toward lower right Orion’s apparently bright blue supergiant Rigel just touches the branches of a pine tree.

April 16 Today in History

Today’s Important Historical Events

1457 BC Battle of Megiddo: Egyptian forces of Thutmose III defeat a large Canaanite coalition under King of Kadesh. First battle recorded with a reliable account.

1705 Queen Anne of England knights Isaac Newton at Trinity College, Cambridge

1746 Jacobite Rising 1745: Battle of Culloden, the last battle on British soil: Royalist troops under the Duke of Cumberland defeat the Jacobite army of Charles Edward Stuart

1900 US Post Office issues 1st books of postage stamps

1917 Vladimir Lenin issues his radical “April Theses” calling for Soviets to take power during the Russian Revolution [OS Apr 4]

1948 Organization for European Economic Cooperation (EEC) forms in Paris

2003 Treaty of Accession is signed in Athens admitting 10 new member states to the European Union

Today’s Historical Events

1457 BC Battle of Megiddo: Egyptian forces of Thutmose III defeat a large Canaanite coalition under King of Kadesh. First battle recorded with a reliable account.

1178 BC A solar eclipse may have marked the return of Odysseus, legendary King of Ithaca, to his kingdom after the Trojan War

73 Masada, a Jewish fortress, falls to the Romans after several months of siege, ending the Jewish Revolt

556 Pelagius I begins his reign as Catholic Pope

1071 Bari falls to Robert Guiscard’s Norman forces, ending Byzantine rule in Italy

1346 The Serbian Empire is proclaimed in Skopje at an Easter assembly and Stephen Uroš IV Dušan crowned Emperor over much of the Balkans

1395 Azzo X d’Este is defeated at the Battle of Portomaggiore by Venetian-Ferrarese troops

1509 French army under Louis XII enters the Alps

Today’s Historical Events in Film and TV

1787 1st American comedy, “The Contrast,” makes its debut in NYC

1932 Short film “The Music Box” released in the US, starring Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy (1932 Academy Award Best Live Action Short Film)

1953 WAND TV channel 17 in Decatur, IL (ABC) begins broadcasting

1954 KVAL TV channel 13 in Eugene, OR (CBS) begins broadcasting

1958 5th National Film Awards (India): “Do Aankhen Barah Haath” wins the Golden Lotus

1962 Walter Cronkite begins anchoring CBS Evening News

1978 NBC’s premiere of miniseries “Holocaust”

1990 August Wilson‘s play “The Piano Lesson”, starring Charles S. Dutton, opens at Walter Kerr Theater NYC for 320 performances

Today’s Historical Events in Music

1849 Giacomo Meyerbeer’s opera “Le prophète” premieres in Paris

1854 Franz Liszt‘s symphonic poem “Mazeppa” premieres at the Court Theatre in Weimar

1940 Heitor Villa-Lobos’ opera “Izaht” premieres in Rio de Janeiro

1952 “4 Saints in 3 Acts” opens at Broadway Theater NYC for 15 performances

1959 “Party with Comden & Green” opens at John Golden NYC for 44 performances

1967 “Walking Happy” closes at Lunt Fontanne Theater NYC after 161 performances

1972 “That’s Entertainment” closes at Edison Theater NYC after 4 performances

1974 “Words & Music” opens at John Golden Theater NYC for 127 performances

Today’s Historical Events in Sports

1900 4th Boston Marathon won by Canadian Jim Caffrey in race record 2:39:44.4

1906 10th Boston Marathon won by 18-year old Tim Ford in 2:45:45; youngest race winner

1912 Pirates turn a rare 5-3-7 doubleplay (left fielder covers 2nd base)

1917 21st Boston Marathon won by Bill Kennedy in 2:28:37.2

1923 27th Boston Marathon won by Clarence DeMar in 2:23:37.4 for second straight year; 3rd race victory

1928 32nd Boston Marathon won by Clarence DeMar in 2:37:07.8; back-to-back wins for his 6th race title

1929 New York Yankees become first MLB team to permanently feature numbers on backs of uniforms; numbers correspond to position in batting order

1934 38th Boston Marathon won by Dave Komonen of Canada in 2:32:53.8

Scientists Come Up with Fresh Take on Moon Mystery

A very interesting article about the Moon’s surface and interior many, many millions of years ago.

https://share.newsbreak.com/urkkhkcj

April 15, 2022 Daily Horoscopes Digest

Click here for Georgia Nicols’ Daily Horoscopes 

Moon Alert

There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Libra.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Today the Moon is opposite your sign building to the Full Moon tomorrow. This could trigger tensions between you and close friends and partners. Fortunately, although problems increase as every Full Moon approaches – after it peaks, they diminish or disappear.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

As we approach tomorrow’s Full Moon, you might find it increasingly difficult dealing with coworkers. You might also be at odds with someone about a pet. Or you might feel increasing concerns about your health. This will all fade by Sunday.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Romantic partners must be patient with each other today; and likewise, parents must be patient with their kids because there is a buildup of energy happening today before tomorrow’s Full Moon that can create anxiety in everyone. Stay chill.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

The Moon is your ruler, which means you definitely feel the Full Moon. Tomorrow’s Full Moon will be a bit challenging because it is at odds with your sign. After it peaks, things will be easier. But in the meantime, today, be patient with others, especially parents and bosses and authority figures.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Be careful today because this is an accident-prone day for you. We’re talking physical accidents as well as verbal accidents. (“Did I just say that?”) Therefore, go slowly and think before you say or do anything. Be cautious.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today you might find that financial matters are coming to a head. It could create a bit of angst for you. It’s encouraging to know that after the Full Moon peaks tomorrow, these problems will diminish and possibly, even disappear! (This includes worrying about dealing with something that you own.) Relax.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Tomorrow the only Full Moon in your sign all year will take place, which is why you feel some buildup of energy or anxiety within you today. (It’s simply heightened emotions.) Therefore, do what you can to remain calm and grounded. By Sunday, everything will feel much better.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Today you have to be patient with coworkers, as well as yourself, because of the buildup of energy before tomorrow’s Full Moon. This buildup of energy might create a situation dealing with a pet, or perhaps something related to your health. Everything will improve after the Full Moon peaks tomorrow.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Parents should know that this is a mildly accident-prone day for their kids so please keep an eye on them. That’s because there is a buildup of energy today before tomorrow’s Full Moon. You might sense that people are over animated in social situations. Easy does it.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Tomorrow the Full Moon will take place at the top of your chart. This is the only time all year this can happen. This is why today you might have difficulty dealing with bosses, parents, teachers and the police. Everything is a bit tense. Relax. Go with the flow. Things will be much better by Sunday.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Pay attention to everything you say and do because today is a mildly accident-prone day for your sign due to the buildup of the energy before tomorrow’s Full Moon. Do not be hasty. Think twice before endorsing unusual belief systems and theories. Before you agree to what someone else believes, do your own thinking or research about the subject.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Financial matters might be challenging today, especially regarding other people’s money or the responsibility you have for someone else. (This includes wills, inheritances, bills, taxes and shared property.) By Sunday, you will have more clarity in these issues – one hopes.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Actress Maisie Williams (1997) shares your birthday today. You are a goal-oriented person with a strong sense of ethics, who likes to be appreciated. Fairness and justice are important to you. This year is a time of reflection and learning for you. You might explore or renew your spiritual or religious beliefs. This year will become more exciting as it goes along.

 

April 15, 2022 Current Moon Phase Digest

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

From Moongiant.com

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waxing Gibbous phase. This phase is when the moon is more than 50% illuminated but not yet a Full Moon. The phase lasts about 7 days with the moon becoming more illuminated each day until the Full Moon. During a Waxing Gibbous the moon rises in the east in mid-afternoon and is high in the eastern sky at sunset. The moon is then visible through most of the night sky setting a few hours before sunrise. The word Gibbous first appeared in the 14th century and has its roots in the Latin word “gibbosus” meaning humpbacked.

Visit the April 2022 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waxing Gibbous Phase

The Waxing Gibbous on April 15 has an illumination of 98%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On April 15 the Moon is 13.37 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Phase Details

Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Illumination: 98%
Moon Age: 13.37 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 380,198.03 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 150,117,445.98 km

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

April 15, 2022 Northern Hemisphere’s Planetary Positions Digest

If you want to calculate the planetary positions for a specific use and time, click on this link

Currentplanetarypositions.com

To figure out GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) for your local time use this link

For Your Local Time and Date

Northwestern Hemisphere

The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Los Angeles, California, USA

April 15, 2022
07:00 pm GMT 5:00 PM PDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:25 Aries 47
Moon:12 Libra 45
Mercury:09 Taurus 22
Venus:11 Pisces 03
Mars:00 Pisces 30
Jupiter:24 Pisces 42
Saturn:23 Aquarius 17
Uranus:13 Taurus 41
Neptune:24 Pisces 05
Pluto:28 Capricorn 33

True Lunar Node:22 Taurus 40 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:23 Taurus 59 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Cancer 06

Chiron:13 Aries 09
Ceres:18 Gemini 29
Pallas:23 Aries 44
Juno:28 Aquarius 15
Vesta:16 Aquarius 16

Eris:24 Aries 21

Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:5
Water:5
Cardinal:7
Fixed:7
Mutable:5

 

Northern Hemisphere

The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Chicago, Illinois, USA

April 15, 2022
05:00 pm GMT 5:00 PM CDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:25 Aries 42
Moon:11 Libra 36
Mercury:09 Taurus 12
Venus:10 Pisces 57
Mars:00 Pisces 26
Jupiter:24 Pisces 41
Saturn:23 Aquarius 16
Uranus:13 Taurus 41
Neptune:24 Pisces 05
Pluto:28 Capricorn 33

True Lunar Node:22 Taurus 40 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:23 Taurus 59 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Cancer 05

Chiron:13 Aries 09
Ceres:18 Gemini 27
Pallas:23 Aries 42
Juno:28 Aquarius 13
Vesta:16 Aquarius 14

Eris:24 Aries 21

Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:5
Water:5
Cardinal:7
Fixed:7
Mutable:5

Northeastern Hemisphere For 1200 CEST GMT 1000

The time for these Custom Planetary Positions is from the local time in Frankfurt, Germany, Europe

15 April 2022
10:00 am GMT 5:00 PM CEDT
Zodiac: Tropical (Standard Western)

Sun:25 Aries 25
Moon:07 Libra 33
Mercury:08 Taurus 38
Venus:10 Pisces 38
Mars:00 Pisces 13
Jupiter:24 Pisces 37
Saturn:23 Aquarius 15
Uranus:13 Taurus 40
Neptune:24 Pisces 04
Pluto:28 Capricorn 33

True Lunar Node:22 Taurus 41 Rx
Mean Lunar Node:24 Taurus 00 Rx

Lilith (Black Moon):00 Cancer 03

Chiron:13 Aries 08
Ceres:18 Gemini 21
Pallas:23 Aries 35
Juno:28 Aquarius 07
Vesta:16 Aquarius 06

Eris:24 Aries 21

Fire:4
Earth:5
Air:5
Water:5
Cardinal:7
Fixed:7
Mutable:5

Spell for Today – A Spell to Request Peace in the World

 A Spell to Request Peace in the World

This can be done at any time, there is so much civil strife and uneasiness that people must remember to ask for peace.

Burn jasmine incense and light a blue candle. Chant:

We strive toward Spirit again and again,
With faltering steps, unsure of the way.
Open the gates of enlightenment.
Make for us a new day
Of karmic purpose and goal,
A path to a new Earth soul.

Sit quietly visualizing a blue cloud of healing and peace slowly covering the Earth. If you have a specific area, work on mentally permeating that area with the blue cloud. Send out vibrations of love, understanding, cooperation, and peace. Do not visualize how this is to be done, just that it will. Follow the blue cloud of peace with a pink fog of universal love. Say:

Let there be peace among all lands.
Let there be harmony among all peoples.
Cosmic love enters every heart and mind.
All strife is replaced by peace.
By the powers of the Supreme Creator within me,
It is so!