Halley’s Comet has returned, reminding us that periodic celestial wanderers outlast eras and headlines alike.
Meteor showers are visible this week as Earth passes through Halley’s debris; Orionids peak around Oct. 21-22 with up to 20 meteors per hour under ideal conditions. Observers should seek dark skies, avoid light pollution, and note the Moon’s glare may hinder fainter meteors.