Mars Opposition And A 'Blood Moon' Lead To 'End Of Days' Conspiracy Theory, 'Zero G Day' Hoax

Rare or unique astronomical events have a way of capturing the imagination -- and spawning conspiracy theories. Such is the case with the upcoming "blood moon," the total lunar eclipse to happen April 15, which prompted an "end of days" conspiracy. Likewise the Mars opposition has led to a hoax news article about a planetary alignment leading to "Zero G Day."