# Something Vast and Beautiful — April 28, 2026

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Podcast: [Space News and Weather Today – Auroras, Rocket Launches & Night Sky Viewing](https://stenobird.com/podcast/space-news-and-weather-today-auroras-rocket-launches-night-sky-viewing-6693379)
Published: 2026-04-28T07:02:58+00:00
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Duration seconds: 85

## Resource

NASA prepares for the Artemis III mission with the rollout of the moon rocket core stage. This update also covers solar activity, planetary visibility, and extreme tidal shifts.

## Highlights
- Main idea: NASA is advancing the Artemis III mission with the rollout of the core stage
- Practical takeaway: Use the late moonrise tonight to enjoy dark skies for stargazing
- Observation tip: Look west after sunset to spot Venus and potentially Mercury near the horizon
- Space weather alert: High solar activity and sunspot energy increase the risk of solar flares
- Environmental note: Extreme tides are expected this week due to combined lunar and solar gravity

## Topics

NASA, Artemis III, Solar Flares, Astronomy, Planetary Observation, Space Weather, Aurora Borealis, Lunar Cycles

## Chapters
- 0:10 — Artemis III Mission Update: Details on the NASA moon rocket core stage rollout and mission progress.
- 0:30 — Night Sky Conditions: Late moonrise provides optimal dark skies for observing stars.
- 0:50 — Solar Activity & Aurora Forecast: Monitoring sunspot energy, potential solar flares, and Northern Lights chances in Canada.
- 1:10 — Tides and Planetary Viewing: Extreme tidal shifts and how to locate Venus and Mercury in the twilight sky.
- 1:30 — Space News Wrap-up: Final updates on space weather and upcoming celestial events.

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