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The moon, Mars, and Jupiter shine in the heart of the Lion overnight on Nov. 1-2

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The moon, Mars, and Jupiter shine in the heart of the Lion overnight on Nov. 1-2
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The moon dives towards the glowing heart of the constellation Leo for a spectacular rendezvous with Mars and Jupiter overnight on Nov. 1-2, as the glittering stars of the Beehive Cluster shine nearby. Here's what you need to know.Look to the eastern horizon an hour after midnight to see the 45%-lit waning moon shining less than 5 degrees from the red light of Mars — roughly the width of your three middle fingers held at arm's length to the night sky.Jupiter's bright light will gleam just below t

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