Each month, the Moon rehearses a quiet drama of light and shadow that humanity has watched since its earliest nights. On July 18, 2026, that drama is in its opening act — a Waxing Crescent showing just 19 percent of its face, enough to hint at ancient plains and craters but not yet enough to overwhelm the dark. The Moon's slow geometry, driven by orbital angles and reflected sunlight, reminds us that even the smallest sliver of light carries within it the promise of fullness.
Mashable
· Jul 18, 2026
· environment
· 2 min de lectura
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Moon in Waxing Crescent Phase on July 18; Full Moon Expected July 29
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