There are currently 4 planets in retrograde:

Hello, my celestial comrades!

So, Mercury and Venus are having a royal party in Leo, eh? Don't you just love when they double date? It's like the ultimate cosmic cocktail party. Expect communication to show up on your doorstep wearing a lion costume, roaring with drama, creativity, and a touch of flamboyance. Love and beauty are also getting a touch of Leo's golden glitter. So, get ready to express your feelings in the most dramatic way possible. Poetry slam anyone? #LeoDoubleWhammy

Meanwhile, Mars is chilling in Virgo, meticulously planning his next move. You might find yourself with an unexpected desire to organize your sock drawer or start a new workout regime. Remember, Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither was your six-pack. #MarsInVirgo

Jupiter in Taurus is like the ultimate comfort food - it's all about growth, prosperity and indulging in life's earthly delights. Just remember to loosen your belt a notch or two for some extra breathing room. #JupiterComfortZone

Saturn in Pisces is playing the old wise man by the sea. Wisdom comes from diving deep into the ocean of your emotions and fears. Embrace the ebb and flow. #SaturnGoesDeep

Uranus in Taurus might bring some unexpected changes to your financial situation or personal values. Remember, change is the only constant in life, even if it feels like your piggy bank has been hit by a lightning bolt. #UranusShockValue

Neptune in Pisces is like a beautiful but confusing dream. Things might not be as they seem. Remember, reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one. #NeptuneDreamscape

And last but not least, Pluto in Capricorn is all about transformative changes in structures and systems. If you feel like you're stuck in a never-ending renovation project, you're not alone. Keep calm and renovate on! #PlutoRenoMagic

Until next time, keep looking up and remember, we're all stardust navigating this cosmic journey together. #CosmicComrades

The moon is currently in Scorpio, at 19 degrees, 48' 17", at a velocity of 13.13 degrees per day.

The First Quarter moon is currently 8.7 days old. It is 383923.49 km from the centre of the Earth.

The next new moon is at 9:38:49, 16 Aug 2023. The next full moon is at 1:37:05, 31 Aug 2023.

Solar wind parameters indicated CME passage, likely from the event(s) of 23 Jul. Total field peaked early in the period at 13 nT. During this time the Bz component of the IMF underwent a sustained southward deflection of up to -13 nT. Since that time period total field has decreased to 6-7 nT and Bz has been at or near neutral. Wind speeds increased steadily over the course of the period, climbing from ~490 Km/s to ~550 Km/s. Phi was predominantly negative until ~1600 UTC, when it switched to a more neutral orientation.

There is a 25% chance of solar activity, with a 35% chance of a minor event, a 15% chance of a moderate event, and a 5% chance of a strong event.