The best views of the Eta Aquariid meteor shower began on Sunday, and you’ll have another chance early morning Tuesday to check it out.

Halley's Comet holds a special place of significance and popularity among both the general public and the astronomy community alike. In 1705, the wandering body became the first comet whose return was successfully predicted using Isaac Newton 's theories on planetary motions and gravity by famed astronomer Edmond Halley.