The Leonid Meteor Shower Explodes Across Skies This November
Known for producing the occasional meteor storm, the Leonid meteor shower is highly anticipated among astronomy fans.
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The Orionid Meteor Shower Will Light Up Skies in October: Here’s How to Catch It
The Orionid meteor shower is visible around the world, and this year it peaks the night of Saturday, October 21.
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See an Annular Solar Eclipse Cast a “Ring of Fire” in October’s Sky
In October, catch this special type of solar eclipse that occurs only once every year or two.
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The Harvest Moon, the Final Super Moon of the Year, is Coming in Late September
The harvest moon is the full moon that falls closest to the fall equinox, and this year, it’s also a super moon.
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12 Famous Birthdays to Celebrate in August
A number of noteworthy historical figures were born in the month of August. We couldn’t possibly name them all, so here are just a handful of lives we’ll be celebrating.
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The 2023 Perseid Meteor Shower Will Light Up August Skies—Here’s How to See It
Observers will have a good chance at spotting a dazzling display of meteors and even fireballs during 2023's Perseid meteor shower.
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August’s Two Super Moons Are Coming: Don't Miss the Full Sturgeon Moon and Rare Super Blue Moon in 2023
All the details for when August’s two super moons are coming, and what a giant freshwater fish has to do with it.
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Why Meteorological and Astronomical Seasons Don’t Line Up
Happy first day of (meteorological) summer!
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A Super Buck Moon Will Coincide With July 4 Fireworks This Summer
This summer's fireworks will have to compete with another spectacle in the night sky—a super buck moon.
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15 Facts About the Summer Solstice
The longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere is coming on June 21, 2023.
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Venus and a Strawberry Moon Will Brighten Skies This Weekend
June's strawberry moon will be accompanied by an extra-bright Venus this Saturday.
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New York’s Manhattanhenge Sunset is Coming Next Week
One of New York's most beautiful sights is right around the corner—or, straight down the street toward New Jersey.
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