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Scientists trace 7 stages of a meteorite's life, from hurtling space rock to Earth's surface
Studying 75 meteorites falling to Earth, scientists have identified the seven stages a space rock goes through as it crashes through our atmosphere.
Is the Perseid meteor shower going to get even more spectacular? Jupiter could send more 'shooting stars' towards Earth in 2028
Jupiter's gravity could trigger an outburst of Perseid meteors as the 2028 shower hits its peak.
On this day in space! Aug. 14, 1992: Meteorite shower hits Uganda
On Aug. 14, 1992, a space rock entered the atmosphere over Mbale, Uganda and exploded into hundreds of pieces!
The Perseid meteor shower peak was spectacular: Here are our favorite photos
The Perseid meteor shower never disappoints, and we've got some great photos this year to prove it.
Perseid meteor shower peaks under perfect skies tonight — here's what to expect
Don't miss the peak of the Perseid meteor shower tonight. Here's when, where and how to see it.
Will Perseid shooting stars be visible during the Aug. 12 total solar eclipse?
"If anyone does see one, they had better go play the lottery asap!"
Perseid meteor shower 2026 — When, where and how to see it
Reference The Perseid meteor shower is one of the best shooting star displays of the year.
Billions of miles and thousands of years in the making: This is the life of a Perseid shooting star
Exile, an interplanetary odyssey and a fateful encounter, this is the journey taken by each Perseid meteor.
