An asteroid skimming just 200 miles above the planet sounds like science fiction, yet recent flybys have come uncomfortably close to that mark. Several small space rocks have threaded the gap between ...

As 2026 gets underway, meteor enthusiasts are already looking beyond the year’s first major shower. The Quadrantids, which peaked earlier this month, were mostly drowned out by a full moon, but the ...

Astronomers have confirmed that asteroid 2024 YR4 no longer poses a risk to Earth; however, there is a 4.3% chance it will strike the Moon on December 22, 2032.Although 2024 YR4 previously noted ...

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 ...

The Geminids return with near-perfect viewing conditions, offering skywatchers up to 150 meteors an hour under dark December skies. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...