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Watch the Geminid meteor shower peak tonight from the comfort of home with this free livestream
The Geminid meteor shower occurs as Earth passes through the debris from asteroid (3200) Phaethon
Geminid meteor shower peaks tonight — here’s what to expect from one of the best shooting star shows of the year
Up to 150 shooting stars may brighten the night sky each hour during the Dec. 13 peak.
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Spacecraft from Chinese launch nearly slammed into Starlink satellite, SpaceX says
A satellite that rode to space Dec. 9 on a Chinese rocket nearly slammed into one of SpaceX’s Starlink internet spacecraft, according to the company.
Astronaut sees gorgeous ‘skies of blue and clouds of white’ | On the International Space Station this week Dec. 8-12, 2025
The seven members of the Expedition 74 crew studied stem cells, packed up a cargo ship and maintained their toilet this week aboard the International Space Station.
Global Space Award winners 2025: Playmakers, innovators, and science breakthroughs
The inaugural ceremony was held at London’s Natural History Museum on Dec. 5.
Einstein’s right again! Scientists catch a feasting black hole dragging the very fabric of spacetime
“This is a real gift for physicists as we confirm predictions made more than a century ago.”
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When is the best time to watch the Geminid meteor shower this weekend?
The Geminid meteor shower peaks overnight this weekend. Here’s when to look for the most shooting stars — and where to aim your gaze.