On Friday, stargazers worldwide were captivated by a brilliant celestial display featuring Venus shining brightly near a waxing crescent Moon. This phenomenon was visible to observers from the UK to the US, Turkey, and China. Venus, known as the Evening Star or Morning Star, is one of the brightest objects in the night sky. Looking ahead, astronomy enthusiasts can anticipate more visual delights in January 2025, particularly on the 18th, when Venus and Saturn will be closely aligned.