Strange Universe: The Year's Finest Conjunction 2/26/23

Published February 27, 2023 at 1:19 PM EST

1 of 1 — Conjunction between Moon and Venus, mars can also be seen closer

Conjunction between Moon and Venus, mars can also be seen closer to the horizon.

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Tune in to hear how the year’s finest conjunction is happening. You don’t need a telescope, a star chart, or even need to know a single star or constellation. Two of the brightest objects in the sky will move closer and closer together, a sight you don’t want to miss.

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