🇨🇦 Canada — July 1966
Canada is a federal parliamentary constitutional monarchy, rich in natural resources, with a sound banking system and deep trade ties with the United States. Here is what its national chart, the running dasha and this month's sky say about each area of national life — and exactly why.
At a glance — July 1966
Challenging Challenging overall: strongest areas are Trade, Markets & Technology and Justice, Religion & Education; most pressure falls on Public Health & Welfare and Defence, Security & Conflict.
Area-by-area outlook
Open "Why the charts say this" under any area to see the exact chart facts behind its verdict.
🏛️ Government & Leadership
MixedGoverns the head of state, the ruling party and cabinet, and the nation's prestige · Houses 10th & 1st · Natural significators: Sun
The government can act, but not without friction — coalition strains, court or media pushback and uneven public support are likely. Progress comes through compromise rather than force.
Why the charts say this — score -1.0 (natal -0.8 · dasha +0.8 · transit -1.1)
- dasha +1.8 — Antardasha lord Jupiter (until 4 Mar 1967) rules the 10th house and rules the 1st house. In this chart Jupiter is functionally benefic and in a neutral sign, so this antardasha supports the area. (Jupiter stands for prosperity, banking, the judiciary, religion and optimism.)
- transit -1.4 — Saturn (from the 1st house) aspects the 10th house; Saturn transits the 1st house while retrograde — Saturn brings pressure to the head of state, the ruling party and cabinet, and the nation's prestige.
- dasha -0.9 — Mahadasha lord Sun (until 28 Apr 1970) is a natural significator of this area. In this chart Sun is functionally difficult and in a neutral sign, so this mahadasha strains the area. (Sun stands for the head of state and the authority of the government.)
- transit +0.6 — Jupiter (from the 4th house) aspects the 10th house — Jupiter brings support to the head of state, the ruling party and cabinet, and the nation's prestige.
- natal -0.5 — In Canada's foundation chart the 10th house (government and head of state) is ruled by Jupiter, which sits in a neutral sign in the 12th house. This is the permanent base for this area — a testing one.
- transit -0.3 — Mars (from the 3rd house) aspects the 10th house; Mars (from the 4th house) aspects the 10th house — Mars brings pressure to the head of state, the ruling party and cabinet, and the nation's prestige.
💰 Economy & Public Finance
ChallengingGoverns the treasury, banking, the currency, national income and gains · Houses 2nd & 11th · Natural significators: Jupiter, Venus
Strain on public finances, banks or the currency is likely: slowing income, rising costs, funding gaps or a loss of confidence. Austerity talk and budget disputes are typical.
Why the charts say this — score -1.2 (natal -0.3 · dasha +0.3 · transit -1.2)
- transit -1.0 — Rahu transits the 2nd house while retrograde — Rahu brings pressure to the treasury, banking, the currency, national income and gains.
- dasha +0.8 — Antardasha lord Jupiter (until 4 Mar 1967) is a natural significator of this area. In this chart Jupiter is functionally benefic and in a neutral sign, so this antardasha supports the area. (Jupiter stands for prosperity, banking, the judiciary, religion and optimism.)
- natal -0.5 — In Canada's foundation chart the 2nd house (national wealth) is ruled by Mars, which sits in a neutral sign in the 6th house. This is the permanent base for this area — a testing one.
- dasha -0.5 — Pratyantardasha lord Saturn (until 9 Aug 1966) rules the 11th house. In this chart Saturn is functionally difficult and exalted (at its strongest), so this pratyantardasha strains the area. (Saturn stands for labour, democracy, infrastructure, chronic problems and the country's endurance.)
- transit -0.2 — Mars (from the 4th house) aspects the 11th house — Mars brings pressure to the treasury, banking, the currency, national income and gains.
📈 Trade, Markets & Technology
FavourableGoverns trade and commerce, the media, the technology sector and stock-market sentiment · Houses 3rd & 5th · Natural significators: Mercury, Rahu
Commerce, media and technology are in a constructive phase; sentiment in the markets leans optimistic and trade links, telecom and logistics run smoothly.
Why the charts say this — score +1.3 (natal +1.0 · dasha +0.0 · transit +0.3)
- natal +0.6 — In Canada's foundation chart the 3rd house (communication, media and neighbours) is ruled by Venus, which sits in its own sign (strong) in the 3rd house. This is the permanent base for this area — a supportive one.
- transit +0.5 — Venus transits the 3rd house (48% of the month) — Venus brings support to trade and commerce, the media, the technology sector and stock-market sentiment.
- transit -0.5 — Saturn (from the 1st house) aspects the 3rd house while retrograde — Saturn brings pressure to trade and commerce, the media, the technology sector and stock-market sentiment.
- natal +0.5 — In Canada's foundation chart the 5th house (creativity, youth and markets) is ruled by Moon, which sits in a neutral sign in the 4th house; Mercury occupies the 5th house itself. This is the permanent base for this area — a supportive one.
- transit +0.3 — Mercury transits the 5th house while retrograde — Mercury brings support to trade and commerce, the media, the technology sector and stock-market sentiment.
🛡️ Defence, Security & Conflict
ChallengingGoverns the armed forces and police, border tensions, terrorism and internal security · Houses 6th & 8th · Natural significators: Mars
Elevated risk of conflict, terror incidents, accidents involving the forces or sharp escalation with a rival. Vigilance and restraint are both needed.
Why the charts say this — score -1.6 (natal +0.2 · dasha -1.7 · transit -0.1)
- dasha -1.3 — Mahadasha lord Sun (until 28 Apr 1970) rules the 6th house. In this chart Sun is functionally difficult and in a neutral sign, so this mahadasha strains the area. (Sun stands for the head of state and the authority of the government.)
- transit -0.5 — Ketu transits the 8th house while retrograde — Ketu brings pressure to the armed forces and police, border tensions, terrorism and internal security.
- transit +0.4 — Jupiter (from the 4th house) aspects the 8th house — Jupiter brings support to the armed forces and police, border tensions, terrorism and internal security.
- dasha -0.4 — Pratyantardasha lord Saturn (until 9 Aug 1966) sits in the 8th house. In this chart Saturn is functionally difficult and exalted (at its strongest), so this pratyantardasha strains the area. (Saturn stands for labour, democracy, infrastructure, chronic problems and the country's endurance.)
🤝 Foreign Relations & Alliances
MixedGoverns treaties, allies, trade partners and open rivals · Houses 7th & 3rd · Natural significators: Venus, Mercury
Relations are workable but uneven: some partners warm up while others cool. Negotiations drag but do not collapse.
Why the charts say this — score -0.1 (natal +0.7 · dasha +0.0 · transit -0.8)
- transit -0.8 — Saturn (from the 1st house) aspects the 7th house; Saturn (from the 1st house) aspects the 3rd house while retrograde — Saturn brings pressure to treaties, allies, trade partners and open rivals.
- natal +0.4 — In Canada's foundation chart the 7th house (foreign relations) is ruled by Mercury, which sits in a neutral sign in the 5th house. This is the permanent base for this area — a supportive one.
- transit -0.3 — Mars transits the 3rd house (3% of the month); Mars (from the 4th house) aspects the 7th house — Mars brings pressure to treaties, allies, trade partners and open rivals.
- transit +0.3 — Venus transits the 3rd house (48% of the month) — Venus brings support to treaties, allies, trade partners and open rivals.
🏥 Public Health & Welfare
ChallengingGoverns the health of the population, hospitals, disease outbreaks and welfare systems · Houses 6th & 1st · Natural significators: Moon, Saturn
Greater risk of outbreaks, strain on hospitals and welfare systems, or health-related controversies. Prevention and preparedness matter more than usual.
Why the charts say this — score -2.2 (natal -0.0 · dasha -1.2 · transit -0.9)
- dasha -1.3 — Mahadasha lord Sun (until 28 Apr 1970) rules the 6th house. In this chart Sun is functionally difficult and in a neutral sign, so this mahadasha strains the area. (Sun stands for the head of state and the authority of the government.)
- transit -0.9 — Saturn transits the 1st house while retrograde — Saturn brings pressure to the health of the population, hospitals, disease outbreaks and welfare systems.
- dasha +0.7 — Antardasha lord Jupiter (until 4 Mar 1967) rules the 1st house. In this chart Jupiter is functionally benefic and in a neutral sign, so this antardasha supports the area. (Jupiter stands for prosperity, banking, the judiciary, religion and optimism.)
- dasha -0.5 — Pratyantardasha lord Saturn (until 9 Aug 1966) is a natural significator of this area. In this chart Saturn is functionally difficult and exalted (at its strongest), so this pratyantardasha strains the area. (Saturn stands for labour, democracy, infrastructure, chronic problems and the country's endurance.)
👥 Society, Stability & Law and Order
MixedGoverns the mood of the masses, protests, the opposition and domestic peace · Houses 4th & 1st · Natural significators: Moon
The public mood is restless in places — demonstrations, strikes or political noise are likely, but they remain manageable.
Why the charts say this — score -0.3 (natal +0.2 · dasha -0.4 · transit -0.1)
- transit +1.5 — Jupiter transits the 4th house — Jupiter brings support to the mood of the masses, protests, the opposition and domestic peace.
- dasha -1.1 — Mahadasha lord Sun (until 28 Apr 1970) sits in the 4th house. In this chart Sun is functionally difficult and in a neutral sign, so this mahadasha strains the area. (Sun stands for the head of state and the authority of the government.)
- transit -1.0 — Mars transits the 4th house (97% of the month) — Mars brings pressure to the mood of the masses, protests, the opposition and domestic peace.
- transit -0.9 — Saturn transits the 1st house while retrograde — Saturn brings pressure to the mood of the masses, protests, the opposition and domestic peace.
- dasha +0.7 — Antardasha lord Jupiter (until 4 Mar 1967) rules the 1st house. In this chart Jupiter is functionally benefic and in a neutral sign, so this antardasha supports the area. (Jupiter stands for prosperity, banking, the judiciary, religion and optimism.)
- transit +0.5 — Venus transits the 4th house (52% of the month) — Venus brings support to the mood of the masses, protests, the opposition and domestic peace.
- natal +0.4 — In Canada's foundation chart the 4th house (land, masses and domestic peace) is ruled by Mercury, which sits in a neutral sign in the 5th house; Sun and Moon occupy the 4th house itself. This is the permanent base for this area — a supportive one.
⚖️ Justice, Religion & Education
FavourableGoverns the courts, religious institutions, universities and national morale · Houses 9th & 5th · Natural significators: Jupiter
The courts, universities and religious institutions command respect; landmark rulings and education initiatives are received well and the national mood is hopeful.
Why the charts say this — score +1.0 (natal -0.0 · dasha +0.8 · transit +0.3)
- dasha +0.8 — Antardasha lord Jupiter (until 4 Mar 1967) is a natural significator of this area. In this chart Jupiter is functionally benefic and in a neutral sign, so this antardasha supports the area. (Jupiter stands for prosperity, banking, the judiciary, religion and optimism.)
- natal -0.5 — In Canada's foundation chart the 9th house (law, religion and higher learning) is ruled by Mars, which sits in a neutral sign in the 6th house. This is the permanent base for this area — a testing one.
- natal +0.5 — In Canada's foundation chart the 5th house (creativity, youth and markets) is ruled by Moon, which sits in a neutral sign in the 4th house; Mercury occupies the 5th house itself. This is the permanent base for this area — a supportive one.
- transit +0.3 — Mercury transits the 5th house while retrograde — Mercury brings support to the courts, religious institutions, universities and national morale.
🌦️ Climate, Agriculture & Natural Events
MixedGoverns weather, harvests, water, earthquakes, floods and other natural events · Houses 4th & 8th · Natural significators: Moon, Mars, Rahu, Ketu
Weather is uneven — good in some regions and troubled in others. Local floods, heat or dry spells are possible but not widespread.
Why the charts say this — score -0.3 (natal +0.4 · dasha -1.4 · transit +0.7)
- transit +1.9 — Jupiter transits the 4th house; Jupiter (from the 4th house) aspects the 8th house — Jupiter brings support to weather, harvests, water, earthquakes, floods and other natural events.
- dasha -1.1 — Mahadasha lord Sun (until 28 Apr 1970) sits in the 4th house. In this chart Sun is functionally difficult and in a neutral sign, so this mahadasha strains the area. (Sun stands for the head of state and the authority of the government.)
- transit -1.0 — Mars transits the 4th house (97% of the month) — Mars brings pressure to weather, harvests, water, earthquakes, floods and other natural events.
- transit +0.5 — Venus transits the 4th house (52% of the month) — Venus brings support to weather, harvests, water, earthquakes, floods and other natural events.
- transit -0.5 — Ketu transits the 8th house while retrograde — Ketu brings pressure to weather, harvests, water, earthquakes, floods and other natural events.
- natal +0.4 — In Canada's foundation chart the 4th house (land, masses and domestic peace) is ruled by Mercury, which sits in a neutral sign in the 5th house; Sun and Moon occupy the 4th house itself. This is the permanent base for this area — a supportive one.
- dasha -0.4 — Pratyantardasha lord Saturn (until 9 Aug 1966) sits in the 8th house. In this chart Saturn is functionally difficult and exalted (at its strongest), so this pratyantardasha strains the area. (Saturn stands for labour, democracy, infrastructure, chronic problems and the country's endurance.)
Sky events this month and what they touch
| Date | Event | What it touches in Canada |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jul 1966 | Mars enters Gemini | It moves into Canada's 4th house (land, masses and domestic peace) — added pressure or sharper events around territory, agriculture, housing, the common people, opposition and the weather. |
| 2 Jul 1966 | Full Moon in Sagittarius | In the 10th house (government and head of state): a peak or culmination — and sometimes open tension — around the ruling executive, national reputation and standing in the world. |
| 11 Jul 1966 | Saturn turns retrograde | In the 1st house (the nation and its people): matters of national character, vitality and public image slow down, get reviewed or return for a second look. |
| 15 Jul 1966 | Mercury turns retrograde | In the 5th house (creativity, youth and markets): matters of education, birth rate, entertainment, sport, speculation and stock markets slow down, get reviewed or return for a second look. |
| 15 Jul 1966 | Venus enters Gemini | It moves into Canada's 4th house (land, masses and domestic peace) — a supportive influence on territory, agriculture, housing, the common people, opposition and the weather. |
| 16 Jul 1966 | Sun enters Cancer | It moves into Canada's 5th house (creativity, youth and markets) — added pressure or sharper events around education, birth rate, entertainment, sport, speculation and stock markets. |
| 18 Jul 1966 | New Moon in Cancer | In the 5th house (creativity, youth and markets): a fresh start or new focus around education, birth rate, entertainment, sport, speculation and stock markets. |
All upcoming eclipses and major transits, with their effect on every country →
The nation's running dasha
Vimshottari dasha counted from the national Moon (Gemini, Ardra). The Mahadasha sets the long theme, the Antardasha the current chapter, the Pratyantardasha the month-to-month tone.
Mahadasha — Sun (28 Apr 1964 → 28 Apr 1970). Sun stands for the head of state and the authority of the government. In Canada's chart it rules the 6th house (armed forces and public health), sits in Gemini (the 4th house) in a neutral sign, and is functionally difficult for this chart. While this period runs, Sun's themes — the head of state and the authority of the government — are the ones that the sky's triggers switch on.
Antardasha — Jupiter (16 May 1966 → 4 Mar 1967). Jupiter stands for prosperity, banking, the judiciary, religion and optimism. In Canada's chart it rules the 1st and 10th houses (the nation and its people; government and head of state), sits in Aquarius (the 12th house) in a neutral sign, and is functionally benefic for this chart. While this period runs, Jupiter's themes — prosperity, banking, the judiciary, religion and optimism — are the ones that the sky's triggers switch on.
Pratyantardasha — Saturn (24 Jun 1966 → 9 Aug 1966). Saturn stands for labour, democracy, infrastructure, chronic problems and the country's endurance. In Canada's chart it rules the 11th and 12th houses (parliament, allies and national income; losses and hidden enemies), sits in Libra (the 8th house) exalted (at its strongest), and is functionally difficult for this chart. While this period runs, Saturn's themes — labour, democracy, infrastructure, chronic problems and the country's endurance — are the ones that the sky's triggers switch on.
Pratyantardasha periods inside this month: Saturn (24 Jun 1966 → 9 Aug 1966).
Where the slow planets stand
♄ Saturn — Saturn is in Pisces (retrograde), the 1st house (the nation and its people) of Canada's chart. Saturn disciplines, delays and tests whatever a house governs — here that means national character, vitality and public image. Expect slow, demanding progress rather than sudden change.
♃ Jupiter — Jupiter is in Gemini, the 4th house (land, masses and domestic peace). Jupiter expands and protects what it touches — territory, agriculture, housing, the common people, opposition and the weather — and its glance falls on the 8th, 10th, 12th houses as well.
☊ Rahu / ☋ Ketu — Rahu is in the 2nd house (national wealth) and Ketu in the 8th house (crisis and hidden affairs). The nodal axis brings foreign influence, shocks or obsession to treasury, currency, banking, food supply and accumulated reserves, and detachment, loss or sudden endings to disasters, scandals, intelligence, public debt crises and sudden upheaval.
Sade Sati of the nation — not running (the national Moon is in Gemini; Saturn is in Pisces).
12-month outlook
| Area | Jul 66 | Aug 66 | Sep 66 | Oct 66 | Nov 66 | Dec 66 | Jan 67 | Feb 67 | Mar 67 | Apr 67 | May 67 | Jun 67 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | ▼ | ● | ● | ▼ | ● | ● | ● | ▼ | ▼▼ | ▼▼ | ▼▼ | ▼ |
| Government & Leadership | ● | ● | ● | ▼ | ● | ● | ▼ | ● | ▼ | ▼▼ | ▼▼ | ▼▼ |
| Economy & Public Finance | ▼ | ● | ● | ▼ | ● | ● | ● | ● | ▼ | ▼▼ | ▼▼ | ▼ |
| Trade, Markets & Technology | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | ● | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | ● | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | ▲▲ |
| Defence, Security & Conflict | ▼ | ▼ | ● | ● | ▼▼ | ▼ | ▼ | ▼ | ▼▼ | ▼▼ | ▼ | ▼ |
| Foreign Relations & Alliances | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Public Health & Welfare | ▼ | ▼ | ● | ● | ● | ● | ▼ | ▼ | ▼▼ | ▼▼ | ▼▼ | ▼▼ |
| Society, Stability & Law and Order | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ▼ | ▼ | ● | ● |
| Justice, Religion & Education | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | ▲▲ | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ |
| Climate, Agriculture & Natural Events | ● | ● | ● | ● | ▼▼ | ● | ▼ | ▼ | ▼▼ | ▼▼ | ● | ▼ |
▲▲ strongly favourable · ▲ favourable · ● mixed · ▼ challenging · ▼▼ under strain. Click a month to open its full analysis.
The foundation chart — Confederation (Dominion of Canada)
🇨🇦 Canada is a federal parliamentary constitutional monarchy, rich in natural resources, with a sound banking system and deep trade ties with the United States. Its foundation chart is cast for the Confederation (Dominion of Canada) — 1867-07-01, 00:00 local time, Ottawa — and rises in Pisces, so Jupiter, lord of the Lagna, is the nation's ruler: it sits in Aquarius (the 12th house) in a neutral sign. The 10th-house (government) lord Jupiter sits in the 12th house in a neutral sign. The Moon — the people — is in Gemini in Ardra nakshatra.
Planets at their strongest: Venus (own sign), Saturn (exalted). These natal conditions are the permanent "base score" used in every monthly verdict.
KP (Placidus) chart for Ottawa at the founding moment, Lahiri ayanamsa — the same layout as the KP tab. The right-hand chart overlays the planets of July 15, 1966 (the 15th of the month) as "G·" (Gochar).
| Planet | Sign | Sign° | Abs° | House | Nakshatra | Inds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| As | Pisces (Pi) | 23°34′ | 353°34′ | H1 | Revati P3 | |
| Su | Gemini (Ge) | 16°50′ | 76°50′ | H4 | Ardra P4 | |
| Mo | Gemini (Ge) | 6°47′ | 66°47′ | H3 | Ardra P1 | ☾ |
| Ma | Leo (Le) | 13°09′ | 133°09′ | H6 | Magha P4 | |
| Me | Cancer (Ca) | 12°21′ | 102°21′ | H5 | Pushya P3 | |
| Ju | Aquarius (Aq) | 15°30′ | 315°30′ | H12 | Shatabhisha P3 | ℞ |
| Ve | Taurus (Ta) | 23°43′ | 53°43′ | H3 | Mrigashira P1 | |
| Sa | Libra (Li) | 25°47′ | 205°47′ | H7 | Vishakha P2 | ℞ |
| Ra | Leo (Le) | 25°48′ | 145°48′ | H6 | Purva Phalguni P4 | ℞ |
| Ke | Aquarius (Aq) | 25°48′ | 325°48′ | H12 | Purva Bhadrapada P2 | ℞ |
| House | Sign | Sign° | Nakshatra | NL | Planets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | Pisces (Pi) | 23°34′ | Revati P3 | Me | — |
| H2 | Taurus (Ta) | 1°54′ | Krittika P2 | Su | — |
| H3 | Taurus (Ta) | 25°36′ | Mrigashira P1 | Ma | Mo, Ve |
| H4 | Gemini (Ge) | 15°25′ | Ardra P3 | Ra | Su |
| H5 | Cancer (Ca) | 6°32′ | Pushya P1 | Sa | Me |
| H6 | Leo (Le) | 5°15′ | Magha P2 | Ke | Ma, Ra |
| H7 | Virgo (Vi) | 23°34′ | Chitra P1 | Ma | Sa |
| H8 | Scorpio (Sc) | 1°54′ | Vishakha P4 | Ju | — |
| H9 | Scorpio (Sc) | 25°36′ | Jyeshtha P3 | Me | — |
| H10 | Sagittarius (Sg) | 15°25′ | Purva Ashadha P1 | Ve | — |
| H11 | Capricorn (Cp) | 6°32′ | Uttara Ashadha P3 | Su | — |
| H12 | Aquarius (Aq) | 5°15′ | Dhanishtha P4 | Ma | Ju, Ke |
Key house domains
Lunation and eclipse charts this month
Each chart is cast for Ottawa at the exact moment of the event — so you can see which house of the local chart it lights up.
How these verdicts are built
- Foundation chart. A country's chart is cast for its founding moment (sidereal zodiac, Lahiri ayanamsa, whole-sign houses counted from the rising sign). The 1st house is the nation, the 10th its government, the 2nd its wealth, the 7th its foreign relations, and so on.
- Areas and houses. Each area has governing houses and natural planets: for example Defence uses the 6th and 8th houses and Mars; the Economy uses the 2nd and 11th houses with Jupiter and Venus.
- Natal base. The lord of each governing house is checked for dignity (exalted, own sign, debilitated) and placement (kendra/trikona versus 6th/8th/12th), and benefic or malefic planets sitting in the house itself are counted.
- Dasha. The Mahadasha, Antardasha and Pratyantardasha lords are scored by whether they rule, occupy or naturally signify the area, multiplied by how functionally benefic or difficult they are in this particular chart and how strong they are.
- Transits. Every slow planet is placed by house from the national Lagna for each day of the month. Jupiter and Venus support the houses they pass through; Saturn, Mars and the nodes pressure them (except in the 3rd, 6th and 11th, where malefics help); Jupiter's, Saturn's and Mars's aspects are added, all weighted by how many days they spend there.
- Eclipses. A solar or lunar eclipse on a governing house is a strong negative for that area in the surrounding weeks.
- Label. The four totals add up to a score from −5 to +5, shown as Strongly favourable, Favourable, Mixed, Challenging or Under strain. The "Overall" figure is a weighted average of the nine areas.
Other countries
Frequently Asked Questions
For each area of national life (government, economy, defence …) the page adds four things: the natal base, the running dasha, the month's transits and any eclipse on its governing houses. The total becomes the label, and the reasons behind it are listed under each area.
Canada uses its Confederation (Dominion of Canada) chart (1867-07-01, 00:00, Ottawa). Mundane charts are debated — different astrologers prefer different moments, and some founding times are approximate — so treat the analysis as one consistent lens, not a prediction.
No. It describes which areas the sky is supporting or pressuring in a given month, using classical rules. Real events depend on people, policy and chance; read it as a weather report for tendencies, not a guarantee.
Astrology is a traditional symbolic system, not a scientific forecast. Nothing here is financial, political, medical or security advice.