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Your cosmic catch: A home guide to identifying and observing meteorite features
Our how-to for observing a meteorite through a microscope.
Spectacular fireball over Europe sends meteorite crashing through roof of German home
A meteorite has crashed through the roof of a house after thousands observed a stunning fireball streak across the sky in western Europe.
Watch a bright fireball blaze a 48-mile path over the Midwest US (video)
A meteor triggered a flurry of fireball sightings on Feb. 10
Meteor showers 2026: When, where and how to see the best 'shooting stars' of the year
Reference Find out when you can catch the best meteor showers this year with our 2026 meteor shower calendar.
The Quadrantid meteor shower peaks tonight, but will the full 'Wolf Moon' outshine the show?
The Quadrantids are known for producing bright "fireball" meteors that can outshine the brightest planets
One of the best meteor showers of the year peaks at the worst possible time this week
A daylight peak and a full moon combine to sabotage the powerful Quadrantid meteor shower in 2026.
Quadrantid meteor shower: When, where & how to see it in 2026
Reference The Quadrantid meteor shower peaks on Jan.3-4 and is active between Dec. 28 and Jan. 12. Our guide tells you how and where you can see the Quadrantid display.
Ursid meteor shower 2025 peaks tonight: Here's what to expect from the yuletide light show
Ursid shooting stars may be visible throughout the night on Dec. 21-22.
