Medicine & TechnologyThe Draconid meteor shower, peaking on Oct. 8 and 9, will offer skywatchers a unique opportunity to spot "shooting stars" in the early evening.
This week, witness up to 120 colorful "shooting stars" per hour during the Geminid meteor shower's moonless peak on December 13 and 14. Find out more details about it in this article.
Leonid meteor shower peaks between Friday and Saturday with 15 fireballs an hour. NASA recommends dark skies, advising viewers to escape city lights for optimal visibility. Continue reading for more information.
This weekend, the Orionid Meteor shower graces the night sky, a celestial display resulting from Halley's comet, illuminating Earth's atmosphere. Continue reading for more details.
While the Perseids can be viewed with the naked eye, those who want to watch it are advised to find a dark spot away from smog and light pollution. Read to learn more.
The Eta Aquarid meteor shower will peak on May 5 and 6 and can be seen from both the northern and southern hemispheres, though it may be more visible for those from the southern hemisphere. Read to learn more.
Expect about 15 shooting stars per hour during the peak of the Orionid meteor shower this week, which will leave bright trails in the night sky. Tap the article to find out how to watch the meteor shower.
Experts said that shooting stars are quite common but are only seen during the night. Check out how often they appear and this year's schedule of the meteor showers.