Midwestern City Lights
A photo from space shows the city lights of several major Midwestern and Eastern cities shining brightly before sunrise on October 18, 2026. The cities of Chicago, Detroit, and New York are visible in the photograph. The image was taken by an astronaut orbiting 259 miles above Earth.
Why it's good news: It provides a unique perspective on the beauty of human-made landscapes from space.
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