A Perseid meteor crosses the sky over the medieval Saint Kazimir Catholic church at night in the village of Vselyub, Belarus, Aug. 13, 2016. (AFP/Getty Images) One of the biggest meteor showers of the year is underway, and it's only going to get more spectacular as August approaches. Known as the Perseid meteor shower, the annual event began Monday and , according to Space.com. The peak is expected on Aug. 12, and during its best hours, stargazers can expect to...

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NASA is seeking applicants for the position of planetary protection officer, a job that would involve protecting the earth from alien contamination. ...

A Perseid meteor crosses the sky over the medieval Saint Kazimir Catholic church at night in the village of Vselyub, Belarus, Aug. 13, 2016. (AFP/Getty Images) One of the biggest meteor showers of the year is underway and will peak this weekend. The Perseid meteor shower, the annual event began in July and , according to Space.com. The peak is expected Saturday, and during its best hours, stargazers can expect to see at least 80 meteors an hour, the report...