1.   Although the idea may sound a little loony at first, scientists have discovered that a full moon not only makes for brighter nights, but warmer days.

2.   A full, bright moon makes it harder for them to see the stars.

3.   Moon is making his first start for the Seahawks, who signed him in March after the Vikings released the future Hall of Fame passer.

4.   Moon had made similar visits to Russia and other former Soviet republics after the fall of communism, seeking converts and investment possibilities.

5.   Moon made another visit to the country this year as part of a regional tour.