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Venus shines brightly as crescent; Perseids still visible this weekend

This weekend, stargazers can observe Venus in its prominent crescent phase as it reaches its farthest point from the Sun. The Perseid meteor shower, though waning, will still offer visible meteors, and a crescent moon will be visible near Venus and the star Spica. Later in the month, a partial lunar eclipse is expected, with Venus continuing to brighten towards its peak brilliance in September. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses astronomical events visible to the public, but does not report on a new scientific discovery or technological advancement.

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Venus shines brightly as crescent; Perseids still visible this weekend

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Jamie Carter, Senior Contributor ·

    See A Crescent Venus Dominate The Evening Sky: Stargazing This Weekend

    North America’s celestial highlights for the weekend ahead, which also apply to mid-northern latitudes in the northern hemisphere.