One of the most popular events of the skywatching calendar is upon us: the Perseid meteor shower will be active from July 17 through August 23.

The Perseid, 2 more meteor showers are lighting up the night sky in Mississippi this July and August. Know where, when to see ...

A fan-favorite meteor shower known for “shooting stars” is expected to begin Thursday. The Perseid meteor shower has fireballs that last longer than an average meteor. It’s likely to last until at ...

Meteor showers happen when dust from a passing comet or asteroid passes through the Earth's atmosphere. The tiny particles - ...

This summer, while many amateur astronomers typically anticipate the dazzling Perseid meteor shower, a significant lunar presence will dim its usual brilliance.

Add this up and you’ve got “Sip Under the Stars,” a nighttime sky event being hosted at Chateau Chantal on Old Mission ...

Although there will be fewer meteors in the sky, the best bet for seeing the Perseids is likely to be between July 18-28, when moonlight is minimal. To get the best view, head to a place with minimal ...

Dust bathing among birds and mammals is done to deter parasites, regulate body heat, and remove excess skin debris and oils.

Find the dark and hoard your wishes, my babies — the annual Perseid meteor shower is upon us. Among the finest sky shows in ...

The Perseid meteor shower starts July 17 and peaks Aug 12-13, but a bright full moon will hinder visibility, making the best times to before and after its peak.

The Perseid meteor shower will be visible globally between July 17 and August 23, with peak days coinciding with a full moon.

Southern Delta Aquariids: This meteor shower typically peaks in late July and produces "between 10 and 20 meteors per hour around this (the peak)," according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. "A truly dark ...