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WASHINGTON — When the Quadrantid meteor shower peaks on Friday, it will be the year's first chance to see fireballs in the sky. A waning crescent moon means good visibility under clear and dark ...
The Quadrantid meteor shower will be the year's first chance to see fireballs in the sky. Here's what to know about the Quadrantids and other meteor showers.
The night sky takes center stage as National Meteor Watch Day begins, and stargazers look up for a chance to witness nature’s ...
The next shower you might be able to see is the Delta Aquariid, also known as the Southern Delta Aquariids. While the meteor ...
A Bootid meteor shower will peak on June 26-27. It may be a good year to see the meteors, as very little light interference is predicted in 2025 Bootids are generally weak, but have the potential ...
A rarely seen daytime fireball that may have been dropped by a meteor was spotted across the Southeast on Thursday — creating ...
The peak of this meteor shower will occur overnight from June 26-27, according to Star Walk. To find it, look for the constellation Bootes, also known as "The Herdsman" or "The Plowman," that the ...
Learn about the Perseid meteor shower and uncover seven essential facts. Discover when and where to watch, what causes this celestial event, and tips for the best viewing experience. Get ready for ...
It's also worth noting that the Perseids meteor shower should be present from July 17 through August 24. If you happen to miss the peak period, there's a good chance you'll be able to spot more ...
Nearly 400 years ago, Galileo looked at the Pleiades star cluster through his telescope and noticed that the seven or so ...
A large meteor lit up the night skies over the state of Nuevo León, Mexico in the early morning hours of Sunday, June 15, 2025. Amateur astronomers captured the fireball while camping at Potrero ...