The Perseid meteor shower offers one of the most dramatic celestial shows of the year.

The Perseid meteor shower radiates from the constellation Perseus and occurs every year between July and September.

The Perseid meteor shower is one of the most prolific showers of the year, producing rich, bright streaks. The Perseids are active from mid-July until late August and will peak on the night of Aug. 12 ...

From the moonless Perseids to the dazzling Geminids, here’s when to watch the best moonless meteor showers in 2026.

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From the brilliant Geminids to the unpredictable Ursids, here are the top night-sky shows to mark on your calendar.

The "best meteor shower of the year" is coming to a sky near you this week. The annual Perseid meteor shower occurs as Earth passes through the trail left by the enormous Comet Swift-Tuttle, which ...

Exactly 150 summers ago, stargazers were admiring a beautiful new comet. Discovered in mid-July 1862 by Americans Lewis Swift and Horace Tuttle, the new object became favorably positioned high in the ...

When it comes to meteor showers, the Perseids pop. It's not just about the quantity of meteors (as many as 100 per hour) and their showy quality but also their superb timing. The annual Perseid meteor ...

Earth is entering a stream of dusty debris from Comet Swift-Tuttle, the source of the annual Perseid meteor shower. Although the shower won't peak until August 11th and 12th, the show is already ...