Massive boom over northeastern US was a meteor explosion as powerful as 300 tons of TNT, NASA confirms

Footage from a satellite confirmed that a May 30 sonic boom heard over the northeastern US was from a meteor, NASA stated.

Watch the Eta Aquarid meteor shower 2026 online tonight with these livestreams

Watch Eta Aquarid meteors streak across the sky live from observatories and sky cams around the world.

Will the moon ruin the Eta Aquarid meteor shower this week? Here’s what to know

A bright waning gibbous moon may wash out this week’s Eta Aquarid meteor shower peak — but early risers could still catch a few shooting stars.

What’s the best time to see Eta Aquarid meteors tonight?

The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks this week, but will you be able to see it?

The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks next week: Here’s what you need to know

Shooting stars and the occasional fireball may be seen whenever the constellation Aquarius is above the horizon.

Spectacular photos of the 2026 Lyrid meteor shower captured from Earth and space

Lyrid meteors were photographed blazing through Earth’s atmosphere on the nights surrounding the April 22 peak.

Don’t miss the Lyrid meteor shower 2026 peak tonight! Viewing times, location and tips

The Lyrid meteor shower peaks in the early hours of April 22, offering up a possible feast of impressive shooting stars and the occasional fireball.

Watch the Lyrid meteor shower 2026 online today with these free livestreams

Catch Lyrid meteors live online with these stunning sky cams from around the world.

What’s the best time to see Lyrid meteors in 2026?

The Lyrid meteor shower peak is almost here, and we may be in store for spectacular fireballs and shooting stars.