New meteor shower prompts watch for “potentially hazardous comet”

A new network of video surveillance cameras in New Zealand detected a surprise meteor shower on New Year’s Eve

NIGHT SKY: See Jupiter and Venus put on a spectacular show tonight!

Tonight the pair will boast a breathtaking sight that shouldn’t be missed!

Is there a location on Earth where I can see the most stars?

There’s no single place to observe the night sky but there are ideal locations

What’s the heaviest star cluster?

We find out who’s the heftiest stellar family of them all

Why does Venus look blue in some spacecraft images?

What is it about this terrestrial world’s atmosphere that gives it its unusual colour?

Do I need at least a pair of binoculars for observing?

What’s the minimum kit required to enjoy the night sky?

Are solar telescopes dangerous to use?

Should you be taking extra care when using one of these specialist telescopes?

How many manmade satellites can you see with the naked eye?

How many of the artificial satellites orbiting our planet can you see with the unaided eye?

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