The Eta Aquariid meteor shower is set to light up the skies. Here's how to get the best seat in the house - The Conversation

Each year, the Earth runs through a broad river of dust surrounding Comet Halley – giving birth to the spectacular Eta Aquariid meteor shower.

Theres something wonderful about sitting under the night sky, watching a meteor shower play out overhead. However, observers in the southern hemisphere usually get the short end of the stick, with mo… [+6391 chars]

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