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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Britain’s famous Sycamore Gap tree is gone. 2 men accused of cutting it down are going on trial

LONDON — It was neither Britain’s biggest tree nor its oldest. Perched symmetrically in a dip between two hills, the Sycamore Gap tree had been the site of first kisses, wedding proposals and even a place where the ashes of loved ones were scattered. “The prosecution say the tree was deliberately felled on Sept. 28 last year and the resultant …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

1st human-made meteor shower: How a NASA mission could make the impossible possible

Hindustan Times

The extent of man-made creations is imaginably vast but still limiting. Countering that belief, a NASA mission could now rain down the first human-made meteor shower – all thanks to space debris. The September 2022 mission, initially designed to test whether humanity could deflect a potentially lethal asteroid away from our planet's path, ultimately also ended up reshaping the moonlet. …

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4 months ago

Stargazing event promotes dark sky tourism in Hami

China Daily

An engineer from the China StarVision Alliance prepares a livestreaming session at the Taku Karez site. In the evening, while livestreaming the Perseid meteor shower, the photographers suddenly realized there were not only shooting stars falling across the night sky, but also a rare pinkish aurora dancing in the northern sky. The astronomic wonder mesmerized the photographers and their excitement …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Northern lights and Perseid meteor shower put on dazzling display

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4 months, 1 week ago

Perseid meteor shower to peak tonight alongside northern lights

The Independent

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The biggest meteor shower of the year is set to peak on Sunday …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Stunning photo made up of 43 separate images captures meteor shower over Stonehenge

Daily Mail

Meteor fragments which lit up the sky around Stonehenge have been captured by a photographer thanks to his innovative camera techniques. The incredible sight was photographed by Josh Dury, from Compton Martin, who was able to combine 46 separate images of the Perseid meteor shower over the megalithic structure. The stunning image combines 43 images of the Perseid meteors as …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Look up tonight! Perseid Meteor Shower peaks this evening with up to 100 shooting stars overhead every hour - here's the best time to see it

Daily Mail

The Perseid Meteor Shower is set to peak tonight - and you don't want to miss it If you're a fan of skygazing, make sure you have this evening marked off in your calendar. At the peak of the shower, you'll have the opportunity to see up to 100 shooting stars overhead every hour. Skywatchers across the UK will be …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Mars and Jupiter get chummy in the night sky. The planets won't get this close again until 2033

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Mars and Jupiter get chummy in the night sky. The planets won’t get this close again until 2033

Associated Press

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — Mars and Jupiter are cozying up in the night sky for their closest rendezvous this decade. But they won’t appear that much different hours or even a day earlier when the sky is dark, said Jon Giorgini of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California. “Such events are mostly items of curiosity and beauty for those watching …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

NASA Skywatching Guide What To See In August 2024 Sky Planetary Rendezvous Lagoon Nebula

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NASA Skywatching Guide: As August 2024 unfolds, skywatchers have a celestial feast awaiting them. From close planetary pairings to the vibrant Perseid meteor shower and the ethereal beauty of the Lagoon Nebula, the night sky promises spectacular sights this month. Meteor Showers In August 2024 August 11-12: Perseid Meteor Shower: The Perseid meteor shower peaks on the night of August …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Here’s how to catch the best meteor light show of the year

LA Times

Star-gazers on a tour with California Overland Desert look at the starry sky above Anza-Borrego Desert State Park as a meteor streaks by during the annual Perseid meteor shower. Scribes in medieval Europe called the meteor shower “the tears of St. Lawrence” because the streaks in the sky fell on the anniversary of St. Lawrence’s martyrdom. But you don’t need …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Forecasters reveal best time to see dramatic meteor shower tonight

The Independent

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Around midnight is the “best time” to see a dramatic …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Where and when to watch Perseid Meteor shower 2023

Hindustan Times

The NASA All Sky Fireball Network has started spotting the first meteors from this year's Perseid meteor shower! The Perseids are one of the brightest meteor showers in the year On July 26, 2023, the NASA All Sky Fireball Network detected the first Perseid meteor of the year. “The Perseid meteor shower is one of the richest and this year …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Perseid meteor shower: When and how to watch

CNN

Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. “It also won’t rise until almost 4am, meaning you have some time to view the meteor shower without any moonlight interfering.” Like most major meteor showers, the Perseids will be most visible to viewers in the Northern Hemisphere, just a few hours before dawn, and there is the potential to …

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1 year, 4 months ago

The Perseid meteor shower peaks this weekend and it’s even better this year

Associated Press

NEW YORK — The annual Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak this weekend, sending bright trails of light streaking across the night sky. “If you’ve got nice clear weather and a good dark sky, you go out just before dawn and you’ll see a Perseid per minute or so,” said NASA meteor scientist Bill Cooke. “That’s a pretty good show.” …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Watch the highly anticipated Perseid meteor shower in Tamil Nadu while listening to a concert

The Hindu

Musician Siennor is clear about his plans for the weekend. He is going to be all the way in Chidambaram, six hours away from the light pollution that Chennai abundantly dispenses, to ensure that he gets the perfect view of the highly anticipated Perseid meteor shower between August 12 and 14. “If all goes well, we will be able to …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Lunar eclipse, meteor shower: November skies filled with celestial delights. Check details

Hindustan Times

After an adventurous month of witnessing planetary self defence test, stunning details of pillars of creation, partial solar eclipse, discovery of super-emitters among several celestial magics, November's skies are in for another month of experiencing magical celestial delights. A total lunar eclipse, Leonid meteor shower, view of Uranus, Moon beneath Saturn and many more astronomical events are lined up this …

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2 years, 4 months ago

AP PHOTOS: Stargazers watch meteors at ancient Turkish site

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2 years, 4 months ago

AP PHOTOS: Stargazers watch meteors at ancient Turkish site

Associated Press

ADIYAMAN, Turkey — Stargazers gathered to watch the Perseid meteor shower among ancient statues atop Mount Nemrut in southeastern Turkey. Hundreds spent the night at the UNESCO World Heritage Site for the annual meteor show that stretches along the orbit of the comet Swift–Tuttle. Perched at an altitude of 2,150 meters, the statues are part of a temple and tomb …

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3 years, 4 months ago

Perseid meteor shower lights up night sky | See Photos

India Today

Stargazers are in for a treat this week as Perseid meteor shower hit Earth's upper atmosphere from the night of August 11. According to Nasa, Perseids offer the best chance to see a meteor shower from Earth because of the sheer number of meteors passing every hour -- 100-120 per hour. 3 Perseid meteor shower seen from Zenica Perseid comes …

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3 years, 4 months ago

Perseids meteor shower peaks tonight: All you need to know about the celestial spectacle

India Today

Weeks after the world witnessed Saturn and Jupiter come opposite to each other, stargazers were able to see another celestial event, this time with their naked eyes. READ | Perseid meteor shower: Here's how to photograph the stunning celestial event Perseids are best viewed in the Northern Hemisphere during the pre-dawn hours, though at times it is possible to view …

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3 years, 4 months ago

Perseid meteor shower begins tonight: Here's how to photograph the stunning celestial event

India Today

The Perseid meteor shower, one of the most-watched spectacles of the year, returns to the skies every August and is best viewed in isolated areas with little or no light. The Perseid meteor shower will peak on August 11, 12 and 13, and the best time to watch will be between midnight and dawn on these days. IndiaToday.in caught up …

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3 years, 4 months ago

Perseid meteor shower 2021: When and where to watch the dazzling celestial event

India Today

The Perseid meteor shower, one of the most amazing and unique celestial events, will be visible on the night of August 12, 13 for people in the Northern Hemisphere. Known for fireballs that glow in the night sky, these meteors leave behind a dusty trail every year as Earth passes through their debris field. To watch the meteor shower, find …

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3 years, 4 months ago

Perseid meteor shower: See amazing throwback photos by stargazers

India Today

The most anticipated meteor shower, Perseid is an annual phenomenon that occurs between mid-July and early August when Earth passes through the remains of comet 'Swift-Tuttle'. Perseid meteor shower will be visible on the night of August 12, 13 for people in the Northern Hemisphere. Scroll down to see some of the best photos of Perseid meteor shower from recent …

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Britain’s famous Sycamore Gap tree is gone. 2 men accused of cutting it down are going on trial

1st human-made meteor shower: How a NASA mission could make the impossible possible

Stargazing event promotes dark sky tourism in Hami

Northern lights and Perseid meteor shower put on dazzling display

Perseid meteor shower to peak tonight alongside northern lights

Stunning photo made up of 43 separate images captures meteor shower over Stonehenge

Look up tonight! Perseid Meteor Shower peaks this evening with up to 100 shooting stars overhead every hour - here's the best time to see it

Mars and Jupiter get chummy in the night sky. The planets won't get this close again until 2033

Mars and Jupiter get chummy in the night sky. The planets won’t get this close again until 2033

NASA Skywatching Guide What To See In August 2024 Sky Planetary Rendezvous Lagoon Nebula

Here’s how to catch the best meteor light show of the year

Forecasters reveal best time to see dramatic meteor shower tonight

Where and when to watch Perseid Meteor shower 2023

Perseid meteor shower: When and how to watch

The Perseid meteor shower peaks this weekend and it’s even better this year

Watch the highly anticipated Perseid meteor shower in Tamil Nadu while listening to a concert

Lunar eclipse, meteor shower: November skies filled with celestial delights. Check details

AP PHOTOS: Stargazers watch meteors at ancient Turkish site

AP PHOTOS: Stargazers watch meteors at ancient Turkish site

Perseid meteor shower lights up night sky | See Photos

Perseids meteor shower peaks tonight: All you need to know about the celestial spectacle

Perseid meteor shower begins tonight: Here's how to photograph the stunning celestial event

Perseid meteor shower 2021: When and where to watch the dazzling celestial event

Perseid meteor shower: See amazing throwback photos by stargazers