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What will happen on August 12? Four celestial events and a rumoured gravity blackout

On August 12, 2026, skywatchers will witness a remarkable cosmic event featuring a total solar eclipse, the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, and the alignment of six planets in the pre-dawn sky. As the New Moon enhances visibility for faint meteors, a rumor about a seven-second gravity blackout is…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

Rare double meteor shower peaks July 30–31: Here's the best time to watch

Skywatchers can see two meteor showers peaking overnight July 30 into July 31. The Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids will both be active. A nearly full Moon will make viewing fainter meteors challenging this year. However, bright fireballs from Alpha Capricornids may still be visible. The Perseid meteor shower…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

2 meteor showers peak on the same night this week ‪—‬ how to get the best views, despite a near-full moon

The Delta Aquariids peak on July 30-31, kicking off "meteor season," though bright moonlight will likely limit views.

LiveScience · Jul 26

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'Fireball' meteorite that smashed into New Jersey home contains ingredients of life from an ancient proto-planet, study finds

Amino acids and other "pre-biotic" molecules were spotted in a meteorite that crashed into a New Jersey home in 2024.

LiveScience · Jul 18

The Perseid meteor shower is here! How to see the best shooting stars this summer

The 2026 Perseid meteor shower is active from tonight and peaks alongside a dramatic total solar eclipse on Aug. 12-13.

Space · Jul 17

‘Lit up the whole sky’: Residents across 15 states spotted a bright green fireball in the night sky on Sunday

That ain’t no firework!

We Got This Covered · Jun 17

Watch a fireball burn a 300 mile path above the Midwest US (video)

The fireball traveled 300 miles in a matter of seconds before disintegrating in spectacular fashion.

Space · Jun 16

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Massive boom over northeastern US was a meteor explosion as powerful as 300 tons of TNT, NASA confirms

Footage from a satellite confirmed that a May 30 sonic boom heard over the northeastern US was from a meteor, NASA stated.

Space · Jun 2

Unusually Fast 75,000 MPH Meteor Blasts Into Atmosphere, Triggering Sonic Boom Across Massachusetts

A meteor explosion over New England caused shockwaves mistaken for an earthquake, shaking homes and rattling residents.

International Business Times UK · May 31

'What The Heck Was That?" Meteor Boom Over Boston Released Energy Equivalent To 26 Tons Of TNT

A meteor entering Earth's atmosphere near the Massachusetts–New Hampshire border caused a powerful boom, shaking homes and prompting widespread speculation. Experts confirmed it released energy comparable to 26 tons of TNT.

International Business Times UK · May 31

The Eta Aquariid meteor shower peaks this week: How to see 'shooting stars' dropped by Halley's Comet

The Eta Aquariids will peak May 5-6, with debris from Halley's Comet creating swift meteors, though bright moonlight will make them harder to see.

LiveScience · May 3

NASA explains what the fireball seen over parts of the northeast was

Fireballs are common but seldom seen in daylight, making this sight especially striking

The Independent UK · Apr 8

Daylight Fireball Meteor Seen Across Five States as 30,000 MPH Object Streaks Over East Coast

A daylight fireball meteor was seen across parts of the US East Coast on 7 April 2026, with sightings reported in multiple states. NASA confirmed its high-speed trajectory

International Business Times UK · Apr 8

Fireball sightings are surging across the US — here's what's really going on

With bright meteors sighted over Ohio, Texas, and Europe, you might wonder what's going on. Is meteor activity really increasing, or is there just a surge in reporting?

Space · Mar 27

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LiveScience · Mar 24

Cannonball-size meteorite crashes through roof of Texas home as multiple 'fireballs' rain down on the US

A suspected space rock, around the size of a cantaloupe, was found in the bedroom of a Houston home after crashing through the building's roof. It is likely a fragment of one of several "fireball" meteors that exploded over the U.S. in the past week.

The Independent UK · Mar 18

How common are fireballs streaking across the sky?

Rocks from outer space are constantly hurtling toward Earth, slamming into the atmosphere and often exploding into fireballs that both delight and alarm people

The Independent UK · Dec 22, 2025

Ursid meteor shower peaks tonight in final shooting star display of the year

Around 10 shooting stars will appear per hour during the Ursids peak

The Independent UK · Dec 10, 2025

Dashcam footage captures huge fireball flying across the Texas sky

The fireball spotted is part of the Geminid meteor shower — which is set to peak on Saturday

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The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2025

Geminid meteor shower peak will see multi-coloured shooting stars

Meteors will appear yellow, red, green and blue this week as they burn up in the Earth’s atmosphere

Space · Nov 16, 2025

The Leonid meteor shower peaks tonight: Here's where to look for 'shooting stars'

Leonid meteors may appear whenever the constellation Leo is above the horizon.

Kiplinger · Jun 27, 2025

A Meteorite May Have Hit a Home in Georgia. Would Insurance Cover the Damage?

In a rare event, a meteorite may have crashed through the roof of a Georgia homeowner. Here’s what home insurance would cover.

International Business Times UK · Jun 27, 2025

Fireball Meteor Struck Georgia Which Unleashed Energy Equivalent To 20 Tons Of TNT Per NASA

A meteor lit up the Southeast sky, crashing into a Georgia with 20 tons of TNT energy, per NASA.

LiveScience · May 1, 2025

Eta Aquariid meteor shower peaks tonight: How to see remnants of Halley's comet in the night sky

The annual Eta Aquariid meteor shower, linked to Halley's Comet, will peak overnight tonight (May 5 to 6).

Space · Jan 29, 2025

SpaceX Starlink satellite sparks brilliant fireball as it falls from space over US (videos)

A SpaceX Starlink internet satellite fell from space in a blaze of glory overnight, lighting up the Midwest U.S. sky with a brilliant fireball.

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2024

Geminid meteor shower peak offers rare chance to see green shooting stars

Geminids are the strongest meteor shower of the year, producing peculiar green-coloured shooting stars

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