"Northern Taurid Meteor Shower: A Spectacular Display of Extra-Bright Fireballs"

The Northern Taurid meteor shower, an annual minor shower, is set to peak this weekend, offering sky-gazers the chance to witness bright meteors streaking across the night sky. Stemming from the parent comet Encke, the Taurid showers produce low rates of meteors but with larger debris, resulting in brighter meteors known as fireballs. The best time to observe the Northern Taurids will be after midnight, with ideal viewing conditions due to the new moon phase. While the rates are low this year, astronomers predict an increase in activity in 2025.