KUALA LUMPUR: The full lunar eclipse that produced a striking 'blood moon' was a rare and unique astronomical event visible in Malaysia's skies. National Planetarium principal assistant director Nur Fazilah Mohamad Hanafiah said it was the first time during her tenure that a full lunar eclipse had coincided with the month of Ramadan. "During my time working here, this is the first time a full lunar eclipse has occurred during Ramadan. "Although thick clouds covered the sky, visitors still had the opportunity to witness the partial eclipse phase when the cloud cover began to thin," she said. Earlier, the Malaysian Space Agency announced that the next total lunar eclipse visible in Malaysia is expected on Dec 31, 2028.

Source: The Star March 03, 2026 16:28 UTC