# The Sun has been active lately, with several sunspot grou... — August 01, 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: 2026-08-01T07:41:27+00:00
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Launch coming up on August 04: a Long March 8A from Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China, operated by China. Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.

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