The Harvest Moon, also called the Hunter’s Moon in some regions, lit up the night sky on October 7–8, 2025, delighting skywatchers around the world. This annual phenomenon, occurring closest to the autumnal equinox, is the full moon following September’s equinox and is traditionally associated with harvest time in the Northern Hemisphere. Astronomers noted that the moon appeared larger and brighter than usual due to its proximity to Earth, creating spectacular views in countries across Asia, Europe, and North America. The event offered opportunities for photography, stargazing, and cultural celebrations, with many communities hosting moon festivals and night-time gatherings to mark the occasion. The Harvest Moon has long been celebrated in folklore and agriculture, helping farmers plan harvest schedules due to its extended twilight. Experts highlighted that, while the visual impact is striking, the moonrise and moonset occur at intervals that create the “extra-light” effect, a phenomenon that occurs only once a year. #HarvestMoon #HuntersMoon #FullMoon #Astronomy #MoonWatch #NightSky #CelestialEvent #SkyPhotography #GlobalEvent #Autumn2025
The final solar eclipse of 2025 is set to occur on September 21. This will be a partial solar eclipse, where the Moon will obscure up to 85% of the Sun's surface in certain regions. The eclipse will begin at 10:59 PM IST on September 21, reach its peak at 1:11 AM IST on September 22, and conclude at 3:23 AM IST. However, due to the timing, the event will be invisible from India, as it coincides with nighttime hours. Therefore, the traditional Sutak period, considered inauspicious in Hindu culture, will not apply in India. The eclipse will be visible in the Southern Hemisphere, particularly in regions such as eastern Australia, New Zealand, parts of Antarctica, and various Pacific islands. In these areas, observers will witness a crescent-shaped Sun as the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun. For those in India and other regions where the eclipse won't be visible, live streams will be available online to experience this celestial phenomenon. #SolarEclipse2025 #PartialSolarEclipse #AstronomyNews #CelestialEvent #MoonAndSun #EclipseWatch #SouthernHemisphere #LiveStreamEclipse #SpacePhenomenon #AstronomyLovers #ScienceNews #Stargazing #EclipseAlert #CosmicEvent #News #newsone
