One of the most anticipated celestial events of the year is set to dazzle skywatchers as the Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak on the night of August 12 into the early hours of August 13. Known ...

The popular Perseid meteor shower will peak soon, but backyard astronomers may not be able to see as many shooting stars as they usually do. Not to worry, though, because six more meteor showers will ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. The annual Perseid meteor shower may have peaked overnight ...

When it comes to meteor showers, the Perseids pop. It's not just about the quantity of meteors (as many as 100 per hour) and their showy quality but also their superb timing. The annual Perseid meteor ...

Still hoping to see a few more shooting stars in the last nights of summer? It's not too late to catch the last nights of the Perseid meteor shower. But time is running out, so you better act fast.