EarthSky News - July 26 - Watch for Delta Aquarid Meteors

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This week … Delta Aquarid meteors peak This meteor shower is spread out over many weeks. But - with the moon out of the way - now is a good time to watch. How to find Delta Aquarid radiant point How to find the radiant point, near the star Skat. Plus ... why meteors in annual showers have radiant points. Close shave from an undetected asteroid Whoosh! Astronomers discovered a small asteroid on July 23. That was 3 days after it passed at only 1/3 the moon's distance. Moon and Mercury over Rome last night The moon and Mercury - innermost planet of our solar system - had a great meeting these past hours. Here, Gianluca Masi of the Virtual Telescope Project presents some shots capturing this exclusive show, hanging over the skyline of Rome.

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This week … Watch for Delta Aquarid meteors They radiate from near the star Delta Aquarii (Skat) in the constellation Aquarius.

Moon and Mercury over Rome last night See Mercury? It's just to the left of the dome. Gianluca Masi of the Virtual Telescope Project captured multiple shots of last night's stunning view over Rome, and describes the scene here. Also, don't miss the larger, full image of this shot, which includes the dome of St. Peter's Basilica. Submit your photo to EarthSky here!

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