The Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower Peaks This Week, but a Bright Moon Might Spoil the Show

The Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower Peaks This Week, but a Bright Moon Might Spoil the Show

This annual event, which peaks on the night of May 5 into the next morning, comes from the trail of debris left by Halley's comet. It's best viewed from the Southern Hemisphere, but skywatchers in the north can catch a glimpse

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