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Skywatching
Practical guides to observing meteor showers, planets, satellites, and the night sky, with clear timings, observing tips, and reliable sources.
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How to Spot the International Space Station From Your Backyard
A bright point crossing the evening sky may be the International Space Station. NASA’s local pass predictions make it possible to plan a sighting and check what you saw.
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Orionid Meteor Shower 2026: When to Look and What to Expect
The Orionids peak on October 21–22, but a bright Moon will make timing important. Here is how to give yourself the best chance of seeing fragments of Halley’s Comet.