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Coverage dated August 5, 2026 to August 6, 2026

‘Best meteor shower of the year’ will soon be visible in the sky: How to watch

Headline from The Oregonian

“As those tiny bits of comet dust hit our atmosphere at high speed, they burn up as bright streaks of light."

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  1. The Oregonian

    ‘Best meteor shower of the year’ will soon be visible in the sky: How to watch (opens The Oregonian)

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    “As those tiny bits of comet dust hit our atmosphere at high speed, they burn up as bright streaks of light."

  2. Time

    How to Best Watch the Perseid Meteor Shower (opens Time)

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    If you’ve ever wanted a chance to see “shooting stars” streaking across the sky, you’re in luck: one of the best meteor showers of the year is happening right now.

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