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Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
How and When You Can See June's Spectacular Strawberry Moon
The Strawberry Moon sets behind the Statue of Liberty before sunrise on June 4, 2023, in New York City. Credit - Gary Hershorn—Getty Images An upcoming lunar event is sure to catch the attention of avid sky-watchers. In June, the Strawberry Moon will make an appearance. Known for its unique amber hues and, at certain glances, rosy glow, the Strawberry Moon is thought of as the final full moon of the spring or the first full moon of the summer. It's the 6th of 12 full moons in 2025. In short, it's something you won't want to miss. In rare moments, the Strawberry Moon can occur at the same time as the summer solstice. This was the case in 2016, when Astronaut Jeff Williams of NASA captured the 'spectacular rise' of the full moon from the International Space Station. In 2023, the Strawberry Moon shone over New York City's Statue of Liberty landmark, resulting in striking photos taken in the early hours of the morning. Here's how and when you can see the celestial event in 2025: The name Strawberry Moon comes from the fact that the month of June is when the harvesting of strawberries occurs, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. Moons often get their name from the season, like how May's Flower Moon references spring's abundance of blossoms. According to Western Washington University, the Strawberry Moon moniker was used by several Indigenous tribes. Other Native American tribes have called the lunar spectacular the Hot Moon and the Blooming Moon, to commemorate the spring season, and the Hatching Moon or Birth Moon to commemorate new life. Outside of North America, Europeans have in the past dubbed it the Rose Moon or even the Honey Moon, as June is typically the first honey harvest of the year. Read More: Stunning Photos Show the Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse in All Its Glory The Strawberry Moon's peak is expected to fall on June 11 at 3:44 A.M. ET, though the best time to view the moon will be as it rises on June 10 at dusk in the Southeast of the U.S., when the moon casts a warm, amber hue across the sky. The moon rising occurs at different times depending on location. In New York, for example, the best time to view the lunar event will be at 8:30 p.m. in New York, and around 8:00 p.m. in Los Angeles. The red supergiant star Antares will be visible in the night sky on June 10 or 11. Australians and New Zealanders, along with those in the South Pacific, will be able to watch the moon occult—or block—Antares. Antares is the brightest star in the Scorpius constellation, and its lunar occultation will occur at twilight for those in the western part of the South Pacific, and in the eastern part of the region it will occur later in the evening, around 7:00 p.m. local time. Read More: Scientists Are Stumped by Mysterious Pulsing 'Star' The moon will appear clearest in places without light pollution and from an elevated spot. Ideal locations include someplace with an uncompromised view of the eastern horizon June's Strawberry Moon is also the lowest-hanging full moon of the year as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. According to EarthSky, this Strawberry Moon is the lowest full moon since 2006, due to the major lunar standstill. This phenomenon, which occurs every 18.6 years, causes the moonrise and moonset to occur at the most extreme north and southernmost points. Best practices for viewing the moon with a bare eye is to give yourself "plenty of time for your eyes to adjust and look carefully," according to NASA. But the full moon can be seen with even more specificity via binoculars or a small telescope, which allow viewers to observe many different features of the moon, including its mountain ridges and where it has been marked by impacts from other celestial objects. Contact us at letters@
Time Magazine
4 days ago
- Science
- Time Magazine
How and When You Can See June's Spectacular Strawberry Moon
An upcoming lunar event is sure to catch the attention of avid sky-watchers. In June, the Strawberry Moon will make an appearance. Known for its unique amber hues and, at certain glances, rosy glow, the Strawberry Moon is thought of as the final full moon of the spring or the first full moon of the summer. It's the 6th of 12 full moons in 2025. In short, it's something you won't want to miss. In rare moments, the Strawberry Moon can occur at the same time as the summer solstice. This was the case in 2016, when Astronaut Jeff Williams of NASA captured the 'spectacular rise' of the full moon from the International Space Station. In 2023, the Strawberry Moon shone over New York City's Statue of Liberty landmark, resulting in striking photos taken in the early hours of the morning. Here's how and when you can see the celestial event in 2025: What exactly is the Strawberry Moon and how did it get its name? The name Strawberry Moon comes from the fact that the month of June is when the harvesting of strawberries occurs, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. Moons often get their name from the season, like how May's Flower Moon references spring's abundance of blossoms. According to Western Washington University, the Strawberry Moon moniker was used by several Indigenous tribes. Other Native American tribes have called the lunar spectacular the Hot Moon and the Blooming Moon, to commemorate the spring season, and the Hatching Moon or Birth Moon to commemorate new life. Outside of North America, Europeans have in the past dubbed it the Rose Moon or even the Honey Moon, as June is typically the first honey harvest of the year. When can you see the 2025 Strawberry Moon? The Strawberry Moon's peak is expected to fall on June 11 at 3:44 A.M. ET, though the best time to view the moon will be as it rises on June 10 at dusk in the Southeast of the U.S., when the moon casts a warm, amber hue across the sky. The moon rising occurs at different times depending on location. In New York, for example, the best time to view the lunar event will be at 8:30 p.m. in New York, and around 8:00 p.m. in Los Angeles. The red supergiant star Antares will be visible in the night sky on June 10 or 11. Australians and New Zealanders, along with those in the South Pacific, will be able to watch the moon occult—or block—Antares. Antares is the brightest star in the Scorpius constellation, and its lunar occultation will occur at twilight for those in the western part of the South Pacific, and in the eastern part of the region it will occur later in the evening, around 7:00 p.m. local time. What is the best way to witness the 2025 Strawberry Moon? The moon will appear clearest in places without light pollution and from an elevated spot. Ideal locations include someplace with an uncompromised view of the eastern horizon June's Strawberry Moon is also the lowest-hanging full moon of the year as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. According to EarthSky, this Strawberry Moon is the lowest full moon since 2006, due to the major lunar standstill. This phenomenon, which occurs every 18.6 years, causes the moonrise and moonset to occur at the most extreme north and southernmost points. Best practices for viewing the moon with a bare eye is to give yourself "plenty of time for your eyes to adjust and look carefully," according to NASA. But the full moon can be seen with even more specificity via binoculars or a small telescope, which allow viewers to observe many different features of the moon, including its mountain ridges and where it has been marked by impacts from other celestial objects.
Forbes
15-04-2025
- Health
- Forbes
How To Get Apple's Limited-Edition Global Close Your Rings Day Pin
Apple is celebrating 10 years of its Apple Watch by offering a limited-edition pin and more awards on the Global Close Your Rings Day. The Cupertino company is encouraging Apple Watch users to close their Activity rings on April 24 and earn a limited-edition award, plus 10 animated stickers and an animated badge for Messages. You can also pick up a pin at Apple Store locations worldwide starting April 24. However, this is a limited-edition pin and will only be available while supplies last. Apple Watch 10th anniversary Apple The awards sound interesting, and a lot of people might be intrigued to get their limited-edition pins. After all, it is a free piece of physical Apple Watch memorabilia for Apple Watch lovers. Here's what you need to do to earn these limited-edition awards: Those who close all three rings on April 24 will earn 10 animated stickers and a special animated badge, which can be used in the Messages app. Apple will also be handing out a free Apple Watch 10th anniversary pin at their stores. You don't need a closed rings screenshot to get one. According to Apple's blog post, "Customers can pick up a pin at Apple Store locations worldwide starting April 24, while supplies last." Apple also shared the benefits of closing your Apple Watch rings in their post. It has been determined that people who close their Activity rings most of the time are 73% less likely to experience elevated resting heart rate levels, 57% less likely to report elevated stress, and 48% less likely to experience poor quality of sleep. This study was done in collaboration with the American Heart Association and Brigham and Women's Hospital, which includes more than 200,000 participants across the U.S. 'Apple Watch has changed the way people think about, monitor, and engage with their fitness and health. A decade ago, we introduced Activity rings — and since then, Apple Watch has grown to offer an extensive set of features designed to empower every user,' said Jeff Williams, Apple's chief operating officer. 'People write to us almost every day sharing how Apple Watch has made a difference in their life, from motivating them to move more throughout the day to changing the trajectory of their health.'
Forbes
14-04-2025
- Health
- Forbes
Apple Watch Owners Can Claim Free Rewards By Doing One Simple Thing
Apple's Close Your Rings badge Apple has announced its Close Your Rings day celebrations, which lets Apple Watch fans claim both physical and virtual freebies. Close Your Rings days takes place on April 24, to celebrate 10 years of Apple's iconic Activity rings' existence. 'A decade ago, we introduced Activity rings — and since then, Apple Watch has grown to offer an extensive set of features designed to empower every user,' says Apple Chief Operating Officer Jeff Williams. If you manage to close your rings on that day, you'll unlock 10 animated stickers and a badge for use in the Messages app. Doing so will also unlock a 'limited-edition award' within the Apple Watch Activity app. What I really want, though, is the physical pin badge Apple will give out at Apple Stores from April 24. 'Customers can pick up a pin at Apple Store locations worldwide starting April 24, while supplies last,' says Apple. It's not clear how limited these pin badges will be. The design of the pin is based on the virtual award you unlock, seen at the top of this article, suggesting it will be a cross between a medal and the graphic representing Apple's Activity rings. Pretty neat. If you're more interested in the stickers, here's what they represent: These animated stickers all feature visual elements that nod to the design of Apple's Activity rings. You can see them in action at the Apple website. To backup the importance of the Activity Rings as a motivating factor for activity and exercise, Apple has also highlighted some stats derived from one of its major health studies. Apple says those who 'frequently' close their Activity Rings are 48% less likely to have poor quality sleep, and are 57% less likely to suffer from higher levels of stress, per their own self-reporting. Activity Rings have been a key part of the Apple Watch since the series's inception in 2015. And while having daily goals was nothing new at that point, the design has become an important, and often copied, part of the company's iconography.
South China Morning Post
03-04-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Trump tariffs jolt Apple's supply chain in China, as shares of Goertek and Luxshare plunge
An extensive supply chain in China that supports US consumer electronics giant Apple is facing significant disruptions from new tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump, as share prices of major contract manufacturing partners fell by the maximum daily limit across the country's stock markets on Thursday. Advertisement Shenzhen-listed Goertek, an acoustic components manufacturer based in eastern Shandong province, dropped 10 per cent to its lowest level this year. Similarly, Luxshare Precision Industry declined 10 per cent, while Lens Technology plunged 10.6 per cent. The Shanghai Composite Index lost 0.2 per cent, while the Shenzhen Composite Index fell 1.4 per cent. Goertek , Luxshare and Lens Technology are often referred to as the 'three musketeers' of Apple's supply chain due to their significant ties to the iPhone maker, although specific details about their business relationships remain undisclosed. Apple's chief operating officer Jeff Williams visited Goertek and Luxshare last week, according to statements from the suppliers. Apple CEO Tim Cook, right, visits a Luxshare plant in Kunshan, Jiangsu province, in 2017. Photo: Handout In Hong Kong, Cowell E Holdings plummeted 17.8 per cent, Sunny Optical Technology Group slid 6.6 per cent, while BYD Electronic International sank 8.7 per cent. Advertisement
