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Lyrids meteor shower peaks tonight
The Lyrids are one of the oldest known meteor showers, with records of their appearance dating back over 2,700 years.
This year's display is expected to be particularly vibrant, featuring fast and bright space rocks that often leave glowing dust trails behind them.
NASA astronaut Jessica Meir has even captured a stunning image of the shower from the International Space Station, providing a unique perspective on the celestial event.
Stargazers are advised to find a dark location away from city lights for the best viewing experience.
Jessica Meir
Swedish-American marine biologist and astronaut
Swedish-American marine biologist and astronaut
Nahverkehrsservice Sachsen-Anhalt
Subsidiary of the State of Saxony-Anhalt, which plans, appoints and pays for rail passenger transport
Subsidiary of the State of Saxony-Anhalt, which plans, appoints and pays for rail passenger transport
United Kingdom
Island country in north-west Europe
Island country in north-west Europe