What to know about the Perseids and when to view the 2025 meteor shower
The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
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When, where to see Eta Aquariid meteors as the shower peaks this month
Meteors from the Eta Aquariids, known for their speed and created from space debris originating from Halley's comet, will zoom across the sky as the shower peaks.
When and where to see the Lyrid meteor shower's peak
During the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, 10 to 20 meteors could be seen per hour, NASA says.
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House to vote on Biden impeachment inquiry; Geminids meteor shower expected to light up skies.
Meteorite crash landing captured on Ring doorbell camera
This is the first time the sound and image of a meteor falling has been documented on video, a University of Alberta scientist found.
Lunar eclipses, supermoons, meteor showers happening in 2025
Skywatchers can mark the calendar with a busy lineup of celestial occurrences in 2025.
Here's when, where the Geminid meteor shower will be visible during peak
One of the best meteor showers of the year is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can catch the Geminids.
Why you shouldn't wait for the Geminid meteor shower peak this year
The Geminid meteor shower this year is set to peak at almost the same time as December's full moon, which could make for challenging viewing conditions.
Perseid meteor shower seen raining over Stonehenge in stunning photo
CBS News spoke with the astrophotographer behind the viral photo about his mission to drive people to look at the night sky before it changes "within the period of our lifetime."
See the Perseid meteors rain over Stonehenge
Did you see the viral image of the Perseid meteor shower raining down over Stonehenge? CBS News spoke with astrophotographer Josh Dury about what it was like capturing a "window to the universe" as the "ancient fireworks" made their appearance — and why maintaining dark sky areas is becoming increasingly important as the view of the night sky "could well change within the period of our lifetime."
Perseid meteor shower put on quite a show when it peaked overnight
The Perseid meteor shower peaked in the night skies of Sunday into Monday, giving astronomy fans one of the best shows of 2024 as they looked to the skies.
Two meteor showers will light up night skies around the same time this week
Two meteor showers are expected to flash across night skies around the same time this week.
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When and where you can see the Eta Aquariids meteor shower peak
The Eta Aquariids meteor shower will peak overnight on Sunday into Monday, according to NASA.
Massive fireball lights up night sky across large swath of U.S.
People across the eastern U.S. and in parts of Canada saw a dazzling light show on Wednesday night, as a fireball entered the atmosphere and burned up.
Mark your calendar and get ready to look up: Space dates for 2024
Astronomy fans can enjoy celestial events throughout 2024, looking to the sky to see full moons, meteor showers and a total solar eclipse. Here are the key dates to mark on your calendar.
When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2024's first meteor shower
The Quadrantids, one of the best annual meteor showers, is set to peak after midnight on Jan. 4. Here's when and where stargazers can see the meteor shower.
When and where to see the Ursids, last meteor shower to peak in 2023
NASA described the Ursids as "a meteor shower for diehards only." It is set to peak Thursday night into Friday morning.
How to view the Leonids meteor shower this week
The Leonid meteor showers are fast – streaking by at 44 miles per second, according to NASA. Still, some stargazers can see them at their peak this week.
Where and when you can see Orionid meteor showers
The Orionids are known for their brightness and speed, traveling at about 41 miles per second.
How to see the Perseids, the "best meteor shower of the year," during the peak
About 50 to 100 meteors from the Perseids can be seen per hour under ideal conditions, according to NASA.
How to watch the Lyrid meteor shower this weekend
The Lyrids have lit up the sky for the past 2,700 years and potentially dozens of meteors could be seen per hour.
How to watch tonight's peak of the Geminids meteor shower
Watch the cosmos come to life as Geminids meteors speed through space at 78,000 miles per hour – more than 40 times faster than a speeding bullet.
Orionid meteor shower expected to peak Friday morning
The Orionids travel at 148,000 mph and, because of their speed, can sometimes become fireballs when they enter Earth's atmosphere, NASA said.
Meteor's loud boom rattles skies over Salt Lake City and beyond
Even Utah's governor, out for a run, heard the boom, which was caused by what the National Weather Service said was a meteor.
White House declassifies info on secret FBI probe into Trump's firing of Comey
The White House has declassified information claiming the FBI probed whether President Trump acted as a Russian asset when he fired James Comey, a theory an administration official said wasn't backed up by evidence.
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Wesley Bell beats Cori Bush in Missouri Democratic House primary rematch
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Pirro brought box of evidence to show Trump what caused Reflecting Pool damage
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Perez Hilton hospitalized after livestreaming acts of self-harm, officials say
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Senator pushes DoD to release probe of Iranian attack that killed 6 U.S. troops
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Chipotle removes jalapeños linked to Minnesota salmonella outbreak
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More adult children live at home now than during the pandemic
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Rep. Chuck Edwards drops reelection bid after sexual harassment allegations
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Michigan reports 2 cyclosporiasis deaths
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Michigan health officials report 2 deaths among cyclosporiasis cases
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Record-low Danube River levels threaten shutdown of Hungary's nuclear plant
Three of four units of Hungary's Paks nuclear power plant were not in operation and the fourth was operating at about 50%, as of Wednesday morning.
Russian drone factory director seriously injured in car explosion
Vladimir Tkachuk has been pictured showcasing his drones to President Vladimir Putin.
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Aaron Pierre talks new series, "Lanterns"
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Stranger rescues band from car troubles
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Ariana Grande on her plans to take break
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Jordan Roth talks "The Shards"
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Hollywood on hot streak at the box office
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Disney partners with TikTok to offer creator content on its app
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Myspace plans relaunch
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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SpaceX shows strong growth in its first earnings report since IPO
Elon Musk's rocket, satellite and AI provider reported quarterly revenue of $7.8 billion, topping Wall Street forecasts.
Top AI execs may meet with Trump officials
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Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
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Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video
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Rare video shows humpback whale birth
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How plants feel
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Russian drone factory director seriously injured in car explosion
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What is postpartum psychosis?
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Lindsay Clancy speaks in court at her trial
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Popular influencer shot dead during livestream outside restaurant
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Lindsay Clancy speaks in court for first time
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SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, expected to leave large crater
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
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Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
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Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
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