The dramatic appearance of Halley's comet in the night sky has been observed and recorded by astronomers since 240 BC.

The dramatic appearance of Halley's comet in the night sky has been observed and recorded by astronomers since 240 BC.

Earth is about to pass through a stream of debris from Halley's comet, source of the annual Orionid meteor shower.

The Orionid meteor shower, formed from debris left behind by Halley's Comet, will be viewable during the early morning hours in both the northern and southern hemispheres over the next week.

Looking for an adventure? Get up in the wee hours of the morning May 6th and head out into the country, far from the city lights.