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Dec 20 2025SCIENCE

The Ursids: A Hidden Gem in the Night Sky

The Ursid meteor shower, often overlooked, is set to light up the night sky. It will reach its peak between Sunday night and early Monday morning. Sky-watchers might see five to ten meteors per hour during this time. This event happens around the winter solstice, the longest night of the year. The t

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Apr 19 2025SCIENCE

Spring's Sky Show: Catch the Lyrid Meteor Shower

The Lyrid meteor shower is happening right now. It started on April 16 and will be at its best on Monday night. This event is a great chance for people in the Northern Hemisphere to see shooting stars. The Lyrids are one of the most reliable meteor showers of the year. They happen when the weather i

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Dec 21 2024SCIENCE

Catch the Winter Solstice Meteor Shower: A Glimpse of the Ursids

Get ready for a celestial event! As the Northern Hemisphere experiences the longest night of the year, marking the winter solstice, there's a special treat in store: the Ursids meteor shower. This shower, active from December 17 to 26, reaches its peak the night of December 21 into the morning of De

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