The cosmic light show of the Orionids meteor shower is peaking over the next day during the new moon, making it easier to see. You can spot meteors now through the beginning of November. When Earth ...

The fiery ball that streaked across the South Carolina sky Thursday was a meteor, according to NASA.So what is a meteorite? NASA says this: A meteorite is a solid piece of debris from an object, such ...

Skygazers, get ready for an active night sky this week and next. Following the supermoon last week, we've also got three annual meteor showers happening right now: the Northern Taurids, which peaks ...

The Perseid meteor shower will kick into high gear next week. Here’s everything you need to know so you don’t miss it. Reading time 3 minutes Skywatchers are in for a treat: The Perseid meteor ...

Heather Handley works for Museums Victoria Research Institute. She is affiliated with Monash University. Dermot Henry receives funding from Australian Research Council. Oskar Lindenmayer is affiliated ...