Sky Matters: Watch out for the 'parade of planets' in January
This image made available by NASA shows the planet Venus made with data from the Magellan spacecraft and Pioneer Venus Orbiter. On Wednesday, June 2, 2021.
DESPITE the longest night being behind us for another year, dark skies in January make it a great month for looking skywards.
If you do venture outside remember the golden rules:
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