See the bright star Spica close to the waxing gibbous moon on July 3 Spica is a binary star system that orbits over 250 light-years from Earth within the Milky Way. Astrobitica July 3, 2025 (Last updated: July 3, 2025) 1 minute read Spica is a binary star system that orbits over 250 light-years from Earth within the Milky Way. About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts Post navigation Previous: Peering into a starburst galaxy with JWSTNext: Best Fujifilm lenses in 2025: Level up your Fujifilm camera this Amazon Prime Day