Evidence from medieval chronicles suggests that the periodic nature of Halley’s Comet was recognized centuries earlier than previously believed.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The 1066 CE appearance of Halley's comet is famously depicted in the Bayeux tapestry. Every 76 years, a comet from the depths of ...

The Eta Aquarid meteor shower will light up the sky Monday, May 5 with a chance to see pieces of Halley's comet streak through the night sky. Here's what to know and when to watch. The annual Eta ...

(NEXSTAR) — Skywatcher or not, you’ve likely heard of Halley’s comet. As popular as it is, however, seeing it may be a once-in-a-lifetime occurrence for some. The comet, often referred to as just ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. The Eta Aquariid meteor shower will begin on Saturday, April ...

The Eta Aquarids get their name from the bright star Eta Aquarii in the constellation Aquarius, as the meteors appear to radiate from this point in the sky. These meteors are fast-moving and often ...

Sky-watchers, you’re in for a treat. You’re going to want to look up into the night late Monday, May 5, through the early hours of Tuesday, May 6, to see the debris of Halley’s comet as it lights up ...

WASHINGTON — A meteor shower from Halley's Comet will light up the night skies with glowing trails this week. The annual Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks early morning on Tuesday, May 6 and will be ...

Halley’s comet swings near Earth every 75 years. But debris left by the comet, last seen in 1986, leads to two major meteor showers every year including the Eta Aquarids. When this meteor shower ...

Everything you need to know about the annual Eta Aquarid meteor shower. A view of the Eta Aquarid meteor shower, as a result of Earth passing through dust released by Halley's Comet, seen from ...

The Orionids — one of two major meteor showers caused by remnants from Halley’s comet — will peak with the arrival of a new moon, providing an excellent opportunity to see shooting stars without ...