If you've ever looked up at the night sky and wished for a shooting star, you're not alone; many of us are captivated by these fleeting celestial displays. But what if I told you that 'shooting stars' aren't stars at all, and understanding their true nature makes them even more incredible?
The Lyrids meteor shower is trending because it's one of the oldest known meteor showers, peaking mid-April, and it's a great opportunity to see cosmic dust light up our atmosphere.
This annual event, active from about April 16-25, reaches its peak around April 22-23.