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Orionid meteor shower 2025 lights the night sky over Egypt in stunning photo
By Anthony Wood published
The Orionid meteor shower hit its peak during the dark nights surrounding October's new moon phase.

When is a 'double fireball' not a 'double fireball'? Wild meteor videos explained by a trick of the light
By Anthony Wood published
Footage appearing to show a number of "double fireball" events may have been caused by a simple quirk of equipment.

Don't miss the Orionid meteor shower peak begin overnight tonight under a moonless sky
By Anthony Wood published
Here's what to expect when the Orionid meteor shower peaks on Oct. 21-23 in a dark, moonless sky.

The Orionid meteor shower peaks under dark, moonless skies next week. Here's how to see it
By Joe Rao published
One of the more reliable annual meteor showers, the Orionids, peaks during a new moon, making 2025 an excellent year to watch for shooting stars in the autumn sky.

Watch the moment a brilliant green fireball meteor turns night to day over Tennessee (video)
By Anthony Wood published
A fireball flared to life in the skies over southern America in the early hours of Oct. 14, briefly turning night to day before fragmenting as it neared the surface.

The Taurid meteor shower 2025 has begun and could spawn dramatic fireballs in the coming weeks
By Anthony Wood published
The Taurid meteor streams have a reputation for generating impressive fireball meteors.

Meteor hunters rejoice! The Orionid meteor shower 2025 peaks next week with no moon in sight
By Anthony Wood published
The annual Orionid meteor shower comes to a peak on Oct. 20-21

The Delta Aurigid meteor shower 2025 peaks tonight in the light of a waning gibbous moon
By Anthony Wood published
The Delta Aurigids 2025 will make for a challenging skywatching event, here's why.
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