Spectacular show of shooting stars to light up the sky

A celestial firework display of shooting stars will appear in the heavens this weekend.

Spectacular show of shooting stars to light up the sky
Fri, 10 Aug, 2001 - 17:15

A celestial firework display of shooting stars will appear in the heavens this weekend.

The Perseids are one of the most prolific and spectacular families of meteors, and renowned for springing surprises.

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