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Rare 'Blue Moon' set to light up UK skies
Sophia Herod explains what is meant by the phrase "Blue Moon" - and it doesn't mean the Moon is turning blue.
Published May 29, 2026, 3:53 PM
Updated June 16, 2026, 11:43 PM4.5K
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