Under new-moon skies, a celestial trifecta unfolds — bright comets, streaking meteors, and possible aurora displays — creating one of the best nights of the year.
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The Orionid meteor shower is set to impress skywatchers overnight on Monday, Oct. 20 through Tuesday, Oct. 21, through. With a new moon on Oct. 21, the night sky will be completely free of moonlight, offering some of the best viewing conditio... [2369 chars]