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For more than 500 years, Venus’ sideways glance has sparked endless debate. Now, scientists believe Sandro Botticelli wasn’t taking artistic license at all in his iconic “Birth of Venus” painting. The ...

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A rare astronomical event will make Venus briefly disappear from the sky on Wednesday—and some US states will be able to spot it. On June 17, skywatchers in the US may witness the waxing crescent moon ...

At 3:47 p.m. on June 17, 2026, the Moon will slide in front of Venus for a rare daytime lunar occultation. Venus will reemerge on the opposite side 87 minutes later. Clear skies with only a few ...

The moon will briefly hide Venus during a rare daytime occultation on June 17, visible from parts of North America. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. This Wednesday, June 17, 2026, skywatchers in the U.S. and ...