There are currently 2 planets in retrograde:

Greetings, Earthlings!

Welcome to another episode of the interstellar sitcom, "Planetary Retrograde: A Hilarious Space-Time Misadventure!" Today, we'll be exploring the cosmic shenanigans that are sure to ensue!

Our favorite quick-witted planet, Mercury, has touched down in Taurus! Expect hilarious miscommunications as this witty celestial body tries to find the humor in all things material. #BullsLovePuns

Meanwhile, Venus is snuggling up in Cancer, turning your love life into an emotional casserole – equal parts laughter and tears. It's the perfect recipe for a romantic comedy! #CancerCuddles

Not to be outdone, Mars has also joined the Cancer party, bringing its fiery energy to the table. Expect a passionate game of "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" with a side of crabby chaos. #MarsMeetsCrab

Jupiter is boldly going where no giant planet has gone before, venturing into the daring realm of Aries. Get ready for a cosmic comedy of errors as Jupiter's enthusiasm collides with Aries' impulsiveness! #JupiterInAriesLOL

Over in the ethereal realm of Pisces, Saturn is playing the straight man, grounding our dreams and ensuring we don't get too carried away by Neptune's vivid imagination. A classic comedy duo, indeed! #PiscesDreamTeam

Uranus, the mad scientist of the zodiac, is conducting wacky experiments in Taurus. Expect surprising plot twists, shocking revelations, and an

The moon is currently in Aquarius, at 02 degrees, 20' 15", at a velocity of 14.28 degrees per day.

The Third Quarter moon is currently 20.7 days old. It is 363707.71 km from the centre of the Earth.

The next new moon is at 15:55:56, 19 May 2023. The next full moon is at 3:43:56, 4 Jun 2023.

Solar wind parameters were indicative of continued CME passage, but without any clear hint of a pending bulk plasma driver. Total IMF strength began the period in an enhanced state due to shock arrival of the 7 May CME. Early period total field levels of 20 nT were reached before unsteady decline began towards 6-7 nT by the periods end. The Bz component was mostly in a northward direction parallel with many of the varied Bt changes. However, a few brief periods of southward deflection were observed to -10 nT. Solar wind speed declined briefly shortly after shock arrival, but gradually increased again throughout the reporting period and peaked at about 680 km/s. Speeds decreased slightly to ~600 km/s later in the period. The phi angle varied, as would be expected from a CME arrival and passage.

There is a 10% chance of solar activity, with a 15% chance of a minor event, a 20% chance of a moderate event, and a 51% chance of a strong event.