The night sky still holds many interesting elements for both scientists and people interested in astronomy in terms of phenomena that take place throughout the year. One recent update coming from an astronaut on the International Space Station operated by NASA draws attention to the ongoing activity of the Lyrid meteor shower.

There will be plenty of chances to spot shooting stars throughout 2026, with meteor showers putting on a show nearly every month. The two biggest showers of the year are expected to have excellent viewing conditions, while others may produce unusually ...

The Geminids meteor shower peaks during mid-December and is considered to be one of the best and most reliable annual meteor showers. Editor's Note: Video features meteor captured on dashcam in Feb. 2023 The Geminids meteor shower peaks Saturday night, but ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The first meteor shower of the New Year always has the potential to be one of the year's best – but rarely rises to the occasion. Astronomers lament that the Quadrantid meteors tend to ...

Part of the Milky Way can be seen in the starry night sky. This season is marked by the sparkle and glow of holiday decorations adorning buildings, trees, and fences. But if you look up at the sky between the late evening hours of Sunday night and early ...