Derek Thompson is an American journalist born on May 18, 1986. He is known for his contributions to various media outlets and his insights on economic and cultural issues. His work often focuses on the intersection of technology and society, providing readers with a comprehensive view of contemporary challenges. Thompson's writing is characterized by a blend of analysis and storytelling, making complex topics accessible to a broad audience.
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Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 292 days away.
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Meaning of the name - Derek
ruler of the people
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Generation Group
Derek Thompson belongs to the Millennials group.
Educated At: Northwestern University
Occupation: podcaster | blogger | opinion journalist | journalist | editing staff | writer
Astrology Analysis
Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.
Ephemeris for May 18, 1986
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on May 18, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for May 18, 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 27 Taurus 27 | 28 Taurus 0 | 4 Cancer 47 |
| Moon | 17 Virgo 36 | 6 Aquarius 4 | 6 Pisces 46 |
| Mercury | 22 Taurus 12 | 14 Taurus 54 | 0 Leo 6 |
| Venus | 26 Gemini 33 | 12 Aries 53 | 12 Leo 46 |
| Mars | 20 Capricorn 29 | 14 Leo 9 | 21 Capricorn 11 |
| Jupiter | 18 Pisces 23 | 25 Gemini 4 | 22 Pisces 29 |
| Saturn | 7 Sagittarius 21 | 29 Pisces 23 | 4 Sagittarius 38 |
| Uranus | 21 Sagittarius 20 | 27 Taurus 21 | 19 Sagittarius 47 |
| Neptune | 5 Capricorn 22 | 1 Aries 35 | 4 Capricorn 24 |
| Pluto | 5 Scorpio 21 | 3 Aquarius 46 | 4 Scorpio 37 |
| Rahu | 28 Aries 31 | 24 Pisces 12 | 26 Aries 27 |
| Ketu | 28 Libra 31 | 24 Virgo 12 | 26 Libra 27 |
Chandra Kundali (Equal House, North Indian Diamond Chart)
Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.Derek Thompson's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars opposition Mars
Exact: 31 January, 2025 - Saturn opposition Moon
Exact: 31 January, 2025 - Saturn conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 10 February, 2025 - Saturn sextile Mercury
Exact: 12 March, 2025 - Mars opposition Mars
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Saturn sextile Sun
Exact: 01 May, 2025 - Jupiter trine Ketu
Exact: 31 May, 2025 - Mars square Saturn
Exact: 30 June, 2025 - Rahu conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 29 August, 2025 - Mars square Mars
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Jupiter trine Jupiter
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Ketu conjunction Moon
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Mars conjunction Ketu
Exact: 18 September, 2025 - Mars opposition Rahu
Exact: 18 September, 2025 - Mars aspects Sun
Exact: 18 September, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Mars
Exact: 18 September, 2025 - Saturn sextile Sun
Exact: 28 September, 2025
