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How to spot the Perseid meteor shower, a summer light show that promises to dazzle

Astronomers say viewing conditions are promising for the Perseid meteor shower this year.

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What happened Astronomers say viewing conditions are promising for the Perseid meteor shower this year.
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CenterHow to spot the Perseid meteor shower, a summer light show that promises to dazzle

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KABC / ABC7 Los AngelesNews report · Aug 9, 2:20 PM

How to spot the Perseid meteor shower, a summer light show that promises to dazzle

Astronomers say viewing conditions are promising for the Perseid meteor shower this year.

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Washington ExaminerNews report · Aug 9, 1:45 PM

How to spot the Perseid meteor shower, a summer light show that promises to dazzle

NEW YORK (AP) — The Perseid summer light show is back — and viewing conditions are especially promising for the Northern Hemisphere. The meteor shower’s peak Wednesday night into Thursday m...

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