Get ready to stargaze.

Resulting from the Earth passing through dust left behind by Comet Thatcher centuries ago, the Lyrid meteor shower starts this week.

The cosmos is set to put on a show later this week when a celestial event reaches its peak.

Stargazers across the UK could spot a burst of meteor activity over the next few nights, showcasing up to 18 fast and bright ...

The Lyrid meteor shower is the oldest recorded and Wednesday brings near perfect weather conditions to see them as they peak. Simon King explains.

Everything you need to know about the phenomenon - including 'Moon Bonus'.

To see the Lyrids, go outside after midnight and venture away from tall buildings and city lights. Royal Museums Greenwich said the best time to look for meteors during the peak will be early ...

Watch Eta Aquarid meteors streak across the sky live from observatories and sky cams around the world. It's meteor season ...

The Eta Aquariid meteor shower is set to reach its peak between midnight and dawn on Wednesday, and will be visible across ...

The Lyrids are among the oldest recorded meteor showers, with historical observations dating back more than 2,500 years. The shower remains active from around 16 to 25 April each year, with peak ...

Learn about the best way to experience the upcoming Eta Aquarids meteor shower, which will peak before dawn on May 6, 2026.

Stargazers are in for another treat tonight into early Wednesday with the peak of the Eta Aquarids meteor shower. It comes ...