It’s that time of year again, when the most famous of all meteor showers puts on its best display. Why are the Perseids such an all ‘round favorite of sky watchers? Well, while it’s true that other annual meteor showers such as the Quadrantids and Geminids can exceed the Perseids in maximum output, the Perseids do … Continue reading "When Good Meteor Showers Go Bad: Prospects for the 2014 Perseids"