As Earth orbits the Sun, it ploughs through dust and debris left behind by comets and asteroids. That debris gives birth to meteor showers – which can be one of nature’s most amazing spectacles.
Over the next coming weeks, you may be lucky enough to catch a glint in the sky as the Eta Aquarids meteor shower ramps up in 2021.
There’s a whole solar system of exciting astronomical events to look forward to this year.
This December is your chance to witness one of the best meteor showers of 2020 – the Geminids.
Missed the Geminids meteor shower last year? Well, mark this date and don’t miss out again!
All you need to know about shooting stars in the southern hemisphere.
Brace yourself for the Southern Hemisphere’s most spectacular celestial show.
Want to know the best way to view 2018’s most impressive meteor shower?
This December is your chance to witness one of the best meteor showers of 2018 – the Geminids.
Don’t miss a single meteor shower this year! Here’s what to look out for in both the northern and southern skies.