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Ru’yah and Hisab: Marking the start of the month

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[2/2] Stunning Photos of the Venus–Moon Conjunctio

[2/2] Stunning Photos of the Venus–Moon Conjunction Captured Across Brunei
Did you witness the celestial pairing last night?
The Moon and Venus appeared remarkably close in the evening sky on Sept 14, 2026, creating a breathtaking display visible across Brunei Darussalam.
The event, known astronomically as a conjunction, occurs when two celestial objects appear near one another from Earth’s perspective.
Skywatchers from PABD and the #BruneiAstronomy WhatsApp Group shared striking images of the phenomenon, capturing the beauty of this rare and memorable alignment.

[1/2] Stunning Photos of the Venus–Moon Conjunctio

[1/2] Stunning Photos of the Venus–Moon Conjunction Captured Across Brunei
Did you witness the celestial pairing last night? The Moon and Venus appeared remarkably close in the evening sky on Sept 14, 2026, creating a breathtaking display visible across Brunei Darussalam.
The event, known astronomically as a conjunction, occurs when two celestial objects appear near one another from Earth’s perspective.
Skywatchers from PABD and the #BruneiAstronomy WhatsApp Group shared striking images of the phenomenon, capturing the beauty of this rare and memorable alignment.

A Rare Celestial Conjunction: Moon Meets Venus Lo

A Rare Celestial Conjunction: Moon Meets Venus
Look to the western horizon right after sunset on September 14, 2026, as the crescent Moon and brilliant Venus pair up in a rare, tight alignment that mirrors the iconic crescent-and-star emblem across the Brunei twilight. Easily visible to the naked eye, this breathtaking celestial display offers a quick, unforgettable view for families and stargazers before dipping below the skyline.
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Rabiulakhir 1448 Crescent First sighted today, Se

Rabiulakhir 1448 Crescent
First sighted today, Sep 12, 2026, from Brunei. The 31-hour-old crescent was hiding behind thin clouds and haze near the horizon at around 6:45 PM. Because of the hazy conditions, it was barely visible to the naked eye.
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Borneo Wildfire Haze Turns Brunei’s Sun and Moon R

Borneo Wildfire Haze Turns Brunei’s Sun and Moon Red, Creating Unique Photo Moments
Thick haze from late August to early September 2026 muted Brunei’s night sky, turning the Sun and Moon a deep crimson - creating rare, surreal photo moments for stargazers amid smoky skies. Swipe to see how locals captured this eerie glow, and if you’re heading out, mask up and stay safe.
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September 2026 Stargazing With hopes that the haz

September 2026 Stargazing
With hopes that the haze clears soon, Brunei's skies are ready to put on a brilliant show this September!
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Red Moon over Brunei tonight. Haze in the atmosph

Red Moon over Brunei tonight.
Haze in the atmosphere scattered the blue light, leaving the Moon glowing in deep crimson. Many stargazers were caught off guard by the dramatic colour.
📷 Wawi Zahini
📅 Aug 29, 2026 at 9:00 pm
📍Gadong, Brunei Datussalam
⚙️ Galaxy S24 Ultra
ISO 100 115mm F3.4 1/100 s
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Evening Star Alignment On August 16, 2026, the

Evening Star Alignment
On August 16, 2026, the 3.8-day old crescent Moon and brilliant Venus appeared 2.7° apart low in the western sky right after dusk from Brunei Darussalam - noticeably closer than yesterday's pairing.
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📅 Aug 16, 2026 at 7.14 pm
📍Kg Tanah Jambu
⚙️ Google Pro 7
📷 Ikhmalliah
📅 Aug 15, 2026 at 7.15 pm
📍BSB
⚙️ Canon EOS R 200mm 1/4 f2.8 ISO400
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As strategic partners, PABD was proud to team up w

As strategic partners, PABD was proud to team up with KPSTI and Planetarium Negara in Kota Belud, Sabah on Aug 12-13, 2026. From daytime solar observations to counting shooting stars during the Astropiknik Perseid Meteor Shower, the energy was out of this world!
Thank you to everyone who joined us in keeping regional passion for astronomy burning bright.
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Fiery Glow Atmospheric haze turning the morning S

Fiery Glow
Atmospheric haze turning the morning Sun into a deep orange behind the pylon over Brunei Darussalam at sunrise today, August 10, 2026.
📷 Fayaz
📅 Aug 10, 2026 at 6:31 am
📍Tanah Burok, Penanjong
⚙️ S25 Ultra
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The final month of peak Milky Way season is here!

The final month of peak Milky Way season is here!
Watch as our galaxy slowly dips toward the horizon. Throughout August, the galactic core transits through the early evening sky and sets after midnight, offering prime conditions for stargazing and astrophotography right here in Brunei.
📷 Astronomical Society of Brunei Darussalam/ PABD
📅 Aug 6, 2026 at 10.35 pm
📍Tutong, Brunei Darussalam
⚙️ Ace Pro 2
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Bringing the universe to Temburong! In conjunctio

Bringing the universe to Temburong!
In conjunction with Science and Maths Week, PABD had the privilege of delivering special Astronomy Talk, fun cosmic quizzes, and safe solar viewing for the students and staff at SR Rataie today, August 6, 2026.
Thank you for the warm hospitality and have a wonderful holiday.
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