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Rare 'Blue Moon' set to light up UK skies

Rare 'Blue Moon' set to light up UK skies
BBC Science Friday 29 May 2026, 15:53 UTC 1 min read
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The article explains that a "Blue Moon" refers to the second full moon in a calendar month, not a moon that appears blue. The phenomenon occurs due to the Moon's orbit and the Earth's rotation, and it will be visible in the UK skies on August 31st. The article also mentions that the Moon will appear larger and brighter than usual due to its proximity to Earth.

Sophia Herod explains what is meant by the phrase "Blue Moon" - and it doesn't mean the Moon is turning blue.
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