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As of Friday, Jan. 30, the Moon phase is Waxing Gibbous. According to NASA's Daily Moon Guide, 92% of the Moon will be lit up tonight.
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2026 full moon calendar: When to see the full moon and phases
The phenomenon of a Full Moon arises when our planet, Earth, is precisely sandwiched between the Sun and the Moon. This alignment ensures the entire side of the Moon that faces us gleams under sunlight.
The full moon this Sunday in the sign of Leo will guide us through a period of profound change, explains an astrology expert.
China set for crewed lunar tests, record launches, moon mission and reusable rockets in 2026 China appears set to accelerate its launch rate this year while also conducting tests key to its crewed lunar ambitions and launching major missions.
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An artist's conception shows a nuclear power plant on the moon. (Lockheed Martin Illustration) Almost 60 years after America won the first space race, the
"The decision reflects Blue Origin's commitment to the nation's goal of returning to the moon and establishing a permanent, sustained lunar presence."