Skygazers have a treat coming to them at the end of July, as the firmament will feature not one, but two -- and maybe even three -- meteor showers. As Earth's orbit crosses the paths of two comets, meteor showers associated with those events are set to peak at around the same time, from July 29 to 31. And the prolific meteor shower known as the Perseids might actually overlap with the other two.

How to Watch the Upcoming Double -- Maybe Triple -- Meteor Shower

Many stargazers throughout the United States have already witnessed the aurora borealis this year. But if you haven't had the chance to see them yet, this week may bring the phenomenon back into view. A geomagnetic storm watch has been issued for Wednesday, July 24, due to heightened solar activity, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Center.

The Northern Lights Are Ramping Up Again in the US This Week—Here's How to See Them

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Best time for viewing shooting stars in UK is expected to be in the hour or two after midnight on Tuesday

Delta Aquariids meteor shower to light up night sky

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NASA scientists have just identified mysterious shapes flying above the Earth but, don’t worry, this doesn’t mean that aliens are about to strike.Using an imaging instrument called the Global-scale Observations of the Limb and Disk (GOLD), the experts uncovered strange X and C shapes, which have been cropping up in surprising places at surprising times.The researchers found the structures dancing around the ionosphere – the area where Earth’s atmosphere meets space – and say that the discovery could help improve radio communications and space weather forecasts.The ionosphere – which sits around 50 to 400 miles (roughly 80 to 644 kilometres)...

NASA scientists discover strange structures hovering above Earth

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The Perseid meteor shower is one of the most prolific meteor showers and will peak Aug. 11 and 12.

Perseid meteor shower begins: Here’s the best time to watch it

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Three Mexican suspects were arrested with two South Africans when elite police units raided a multimillion-dollar crystal meth lab hidden in a remote farm north of Johannesburg, police said Tuesday.The owner of the farm near Groblersdal, about 125 miles from Johannesburg, was among four men arrested on Friday, police said.A third Mexican was picked up on Monday, the spokeswoman for the elite Hawks unit told AFP."The drugs were obviously intended for local and international sale," Brigadier Thandi Mbambo told AFP, adding that the manufacturing facility was operating "at a large scale."Authorities also seized large quantities of chemicals used to manufacture...

Multimillion-dollar crystal meth lab found hidden in remote farm

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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On the 25th anniversary of Stanley Kubrick’s final film, Eyes Wide Shut, Nicole Kidman shares how the director made the filming "torturous" for her and her now ex-husband Tom Cruise.RadarOnline.com can reveal Kidman spent six weeks rehearsing a scene that was eventually cut, while Kubrick allegedly mined her and Cruise’s marriage in the psycho-sexual thriller.The bizarre film included a massive orgy and dark rituals as it followed Cruise’s character, Bill Harford, who set out on a late-night odyssey seeking sexual fulfillment.Kidman said the filming was initially supposed to take six months, but lasted almost three years, adding: “I would have...

Orgies, Marijuana, Endless Rehearsals and Video Games: Nicole Kidman Reveals Torturous Filming of ‘Eyes Wide Shut’ With Ex-Husband Tom Cruise

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Woman Caught Gettin’ It On With Florence Statue Sparks Outrage

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Miranda Lambert put on a bold display in her electric-blue dress and cute booties as she kept stylish to promote her cookbook last year, but she only wound up bullied. Stepping out in New York City and photographed leaving her hotel with husband Brendan McLoughlin in April 2023, Miranda showed off her skintight shirt dress, one seemingly an ill fit according to those reacting to the photos.

Miranda Lambert Shamed In Tight Button Dress That’s ‘Unflattering’

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Jennifer Lopez appeared to be sending estranged husband Ben Affleck a giant message as she posed in a bathing suit to celebrate turning 55 years old on Instagram today. The singer and actress, who has been fueling major divorce rumors for much of the year, posted on Wednesday, flaunting her sensational figure for a celebratory selfie and appearing to have ditched her wedding ring.

Jennifer Lopez Shows Ben Affleck ‘Swimming Pool’ Body On Her Birthday

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A European announcer at the Summer Olympics has been immediately removed from the broadcast after his "inappropriate" comment this weekend. Bob Ballard, a veteran broadcaster for Eurosport, made a "sexist" comment after the women's 4×100-meter freestyle relay on Saturday. Australia won the ...

Olympic Announcer Removed From Broadcast After 'Inappropriate' Comment

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Lady Gaga has addressed the backlash she faced after her opening ceremony performance at the 2024 France Olympics in Paris, where she sang a French song

Lady Gaga breaks silence after Paris Olympics performance leaves fans fuming

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Meghan Markle reportedly had problems with Prince William before leaving the royal family -- and Harry revealed she once ‘burst’ into tears over a statement released by William’s team

Prince Harry Revealed Meghan Markle ‘Burst Into Floods of Tears’ After Prince William Released a Statement About the Couple

Stargazers, it's that time of year again. This Sunday marked the beginning of the annual Perseid meteor shower, which will dazzle those of us in the northern hemisphere with one of the most reliably stunning light shows the night sky has to offer. Even better, the best of it is...

If You Look Up Tonight, There's a Beautiful Meteor Shower Right Now

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The Southern Delta Aquariid and Perseid meteor showers streak across our night sky at the same time of year. We show where.

You can watch as two major meteor showers light up the night sky. Here's where to look.

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 Imagine living long enough to hear radio reports that the Titanic sunk, to see the end of both World War I and World War II and to later watch in living color as reality TV star Donald Trump became president.That is the reality for Elizabeth Francis, who turned 115 on Thursday and who holds the distinction of being the oldest living American. Francis became the oldest woman — and oldest person overall — in America in February, when the previous title holder, Edie Ceccarelli, died a few weeks after her 116th birthday. In April, Francis received a plaque recognizing...

She saw the Titanic sink and the end of World War I. Now, the oldest American just turned 115

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Ah, cats. Those mysterious, aloof beings that grace our homes with their presence. We feed them, clean their litter, and sometimes, if we’re lucky, they let us pet them. But how do we know if our feline friends actually adore us?

Hidden Signs Your Cat Adores You

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Two meteor showers combine this week into one spectacular show

Prepare for an extraordinary celestial light show this week that promises to captivate your imagination! On July 30th, we will witness a remarkable occurrence: two meteor...

Two meteor showers combine this week into one spectacular show

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