Podcasts about perseid

Nem biztos, hogy érdemes a mobilos adatokra hivatkozva dicsekedni arról, hányan nézték a tűzijátékot Mi a fenéért van szempillánk? Európában a legsúlyosabbak az MI-alapú kibertámadások Scarlett Johansson és Adam Driver üvöltözésével védelmezik a szarvasmarhákat Kaliforniában A Huawei-t nem lehet elpusztítani! Egy új digitális sztetoszkóp 15 másodperc alatt képes felismerni a súlyos szívbetegségeket Égetjük, mintha nem lenne holnap, pedig már a cápák is elveszítik a fogaikat Itt jártak a Perseidák Egy vásárló sikeresen kért volna 18 ezer poharat az autós rendelésnél, ezért inkább kivezeti az AI használatát egy gyorsétteremlánc Ukrajnában az áldozatok döntő többségét már a drónok okozzák – Elérkezett a robotizált hadviselés kora Négylábú robotot is vinnének a Marsra Túlélheti-e a demokrácia a mesterséges intelligenciát? A további adásainkat keresd a podcast.hirstart.hu oldalunkon.

Nem biztos, hogy érdemes a mobilos adatokra hivatkozva dicsekedni arról, hányan nézték a tűzijátékot Mi a fenéért van szempillánk? Európában a legsúlyosabbak az MI-alapú kibertámadások Scarlett Johansson és Adam Driver üvöltözésével védelmezik a szarvasmarhákat Kaliforniában A Huawei-t nem lehet elpusztítani! Egy új digitális sztetoszkóp 15 másodperc alatt képes felismerni a súlyos szívbetegségeket Égetjük, mintha nem lenne holnap, pedig már a cápák is elveszítik a fogaikat Itt jártak a Perseidák Egy vásárló sikeresen kért volna 18 ezer poharat az autós rendelésnél, ezért inkább kivezeti az AI használatát egy gyorsétteremlánc Ukrajnában az áldozatok döntő többségét már a drónok okozzák – Elérkezett a robotizált hadviselés kora Négylábú robotot is vinnének a Marsra Túlélheti-e a demokrácia a mesterséges intelligenciát? A további adásainkat keresd a podcast.hirstart.hu oldalunkon.

The moon passes Mars. Saturn and Fomalhaut shine bright. Three planets still give morning greetings. And it's not too late to see Perseid meteors. I tell you about how meteor showers are put into four classes according to how easy they are to see.

Grandpa Bill will be joined by my co host Tam Veilleux on 8/27/25 at 1 p.m. EDT at our Wellness Wisdom edition of my BH Sales Kennel kelp Holistic Healing Hour Podcast. She will expand on the prelude/overview topics GB outlines in this video. Energy Almanac 2025 & 2026!The month of August has been a period of significant planetary activity, urging us to find a balance between external action and internal reflection. This is a time of both excitement and potential challenge, setting the stage for major shifts as we head into the last part of the year.Planetary Conjunctions and Alignments: The first part of August saw a powerful series of conjunctions. On August 6th, the second of three conjunctions between Saturn and Neptune occurred. This cosmic pairing of structure (Saturn) and intuition (Neptune) has been creating a period of deep karmic reflection and testing our patience. It's a time when we may be asked to face the consequences of past actions and to be more measured and thoughtful in our approach. This is an excellent opportunity to discuss how this might be a theme in the 2026 Almanac, as the final conjunction is coming up in February 2026.Venus and Jupiter's Close Approach: On August 12th, the two brightest planets, Venus and Jupiter, had a spectacular conjunction. This is a beautiful and expansive energy, bringing themes of abundance, love, and growth to the forefront. This event may have brought feelings of optimism and hope, a stark contrast to the heavier Saturn-Neptune energy.The Perseid Meteor Shower: Also peaking on August 12th, the Perseid meteor shower added a layer of excitement and cosmic wonder to the sky. Meteor showers are often seen as times of powerful inspiration, new beginnings, and making wishes.The Full Moon and New Moon: We had a Full Moon on August 9th, a time of culmination, emotional release, and letting go of what no longer serves us. Following that, the New Moon on August 23rd (just a day after your show!) marks a moment for setting new intentions and planting the seeds for future growth.Mercury's Movement: While Mercury is not in retrograde at this time, its current position and relationship with other planets are still influencing communication and thought processes. It's a good time to emphasize clear and mindful communication, especially with the more intense planetary energies in play.Saturn Retrograde: Saturn has been in retrograde since July 13th, and as the month progressed, its influence has become more pronounced. This retrograde period in Pisces is a time to re-evaluate our long-term goals and the foundations we've built. It can bring challenges but also opportunities for immense personal growth and stability if we are willing to do the internal work.#EnergyAlmanac,#Tam Veilleux,#Janet Hickox,#GrandpaBillPodcast#HolisticHealingHour#AstrologyRecap,#Astrology2025,#2026Almanac,#SpiritualGrowth,#AstrologyPodcast,#WellnessJourney,#NewMoon,#SaturnRetrograde,

GB2RS News Sunday the 24th of August 2025   The news headlines: Apply to be the RSGB Youth Activities and Engagement Champion The Tonight@8 webinar series is back with a brilliant autumn line-up Hans Summers, G0UPL confirmed as the RSGB Convention after-dinner speaker The RSGB Youth Team is looking for a proactive, enthusiastic and innovative person to join its team as the Society's volunteer Youth Activities and Engagement Champion. The role will take the lead on youth-focused activities and create resources for young Foundation licence holders. If you would like to help inspire young people to explore new aspects of amateur radio, then read the full role description via rsgb.org/volunteers  and then get in touch with the Youth Board Liaison Ben Lloyd, GW4BML via gw4bml@rsgb.org.uk  This exciting role will be working collaboratively with Ben, as well as the existing Youth Champions and RSGB Outreach Team. You can see some of the amazing projects the team has been working on by visiting the RSGB Youth web pages via rsgb.org/youth The Tonight@8 autumn programme kicks off on Monday the 1st of September with a fascinating presentation from Kristen McIntyre, K6WX. During the 45-minute session Kristen will explain Maxwell's Equations in a visual and relatable way that aims to leave viewers with an understanding of a topic that can often feel impenetrable. Maxwell's Equations are essential for radio amateurs and explain how RF signals propagate, antennas radiate, and common-mode currents form. By the end of this informative webinar, you'll be able to see how Maxwell's four simultaneous differential equations combine to bring the world of radio to life. Kristen discovered amateur radio when she was a student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1979 and has been active ever since. Among other roles, she is the ARRL First Vice President and has also recently been inducted into the CQ Amateur Radio Hall of Fame. Learn more about Kristen and this not to be missed webinar by going to rsgb.org/webinars  Hans Summers, G0UPL from QRP Labs has been confirmed by the RSGB as the after-dinner speaker at its Convention in October. Following the gala dinner, Hans will be sharing the emotions he experienced during the nine months he spent adding SSB to the QMX transceiver. Tickets for the gala dinner, along with those for the full Convention programme and the three exciting workshops, can be purchased via rsgb.org/convention  This year's RSGB Convention takes place at Kents Hill Conference Centre in Milton Keynes between Friday the 10th and Sunday the 12th of October. Book now and join like-minded radio amateurs for an action-packed programme. The RSGB Examination Standards Committee is pleased to announce the publication of an updated version of the Direct to Full syllabus. The significant changes from the previous version are the moving of some points between Section One on Licensing and Section Two on Operating. These changes bring the Direct to Full syllabus into line with the latest version of the three-part syllabus. You can find the updated syllabus and change documentation on the RSGB website at rsgb.org/syllabus  These changes will come into effect from January 2026, so please choose the correct version of the syllabus for the date you plan to take your exam. Four young RSGB members have spent the last week near Paris for this year's Youngsters on the Air summer camp. The event was a huge success with activities that included group member Sophie, M7IJG asking a question to Astronaut Mike Fincke, KE5AIT during the camp's ARISS contact with the International Space Station. Hear more from the young radio amateurs by reading their blog via rsgb.org/yota-camp RSGB members, and the wider amateur radio community, are invited to a ‘Meet the President Day' at the RSGB's National Radio Centre on Thursday the 28th of August. The Society's President, Bob Beebe, GU4YOX, will be present throughout the day to welcome members, hear their views, and discuss the work of the Society in supporting and promoting amateur radio. RSGB members, don't forget to download your free entry voucher to Bletchley Park via rsgb.org/bpvoucher The Maritime Radio Historical Society in the United States, in cooperation with the Cipher History Museum, has arranged to transmit an Enigma message via the maritime radio coast station KPH, near San Francisco. The transmission will take place on Saturday the 30th of August at 2000UTC. KPH listeners, intercept operators and codebreakers everywhere are invited to try their hand at receiving the transmission and decrypting the message. For more information, including details of certificates that are available for decrypting the message, visit tinyurl.com/mrhs2025 And now for details of rallies and events Today, the 24th, the Milton Keynes Amateur Radio Society Rally is taking place at Heron's Lodge Guide Activity Centre, Bradwell Road, Loughton Lodge, Milton Keynes. Free on-site parking, catering and disabled facilities are available. The entrance fee is £3. The doors open to the public from 9am. For more information visit mkars.org.uk/mkrally The Torbay Amateur Radio Society Rally is also taking place at Newton Abbot Racecourse today, the 24th. The doors open at 10am and entry costs £3. You can find out more via torbayars.org Tomorrow, the 25th, the Huntingdonshire Amateur Radio Society Radio Rally will take place at the Ramsey Rural Museum, Wood Lane, Ramsey, PE26 2XD. For more information visit tinyurl.com/hunts25 Telford Hamfest is taking place on Sunday the 31st of August at Harper Adams University Sports Hall. The doors open at 10.15am. Admission is £5 but children up to the age of 16 will be admitted free of charge. The G-QRP Club will be present again with a Saturday Buildathon. More details are available at tinyurl.com/tdars25 Now the Special Event news In memory of Maximilian Kolbe, special callsign 4A2MAX is active until the 31st of August. Kolbe is venerated by the Catholic Church as the patron saint of amateur radio operators. Activity will be on the 80 to 6m bands using CW, SSB and digital modes. QSL via Logbook of the World, eQSL, QRZ.com or via EA5GL. To celebrate the International Amateur Radio Union's 100th anniversary, members of the Atlantic Coast DX and Contest Group are active as CG9IARU throughout August. The station was spotted recently on the 20m band using SSB. QSL via VE9CF. See QRZ.com for more information.  Now the DX news Aldir, PY1SAD is active as 8R1TM from Guyana until the 23rd of September. He is operating CW, SSB and digital modes on all bands and via satellite. QSL via Logbook of the World, eQSL, QRZ.com, or directly to PY1SAD. Don, KW7R is active as V73KW from the Marshall Islands until September. He operates CW and FT8 on various bands. QSL via Logbook of the World. Now the contest news Today, the 24th, the UK Microwave Group 5.7 and 10GHz Contest runs from 0600 to 1800UTC. Using all modes on 5.7 and 10GHz frequencies, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. On Tuesday the 26th, the RSGB SHF UK Activity Contest runs from 1830 to 2130UTC. Using all modes on 2.3 to 10GHz frequencies, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. The World Wide Digi DX Contest starts at 1200UTC on Saturday the 30th and ends at 1200UTC on Sunday the 31st of August. Using FT4 and FT8 on the 160 to 10m bands, where contests are permitted, the exchange is your four-character locator. Now the radio propagation report, compiled by G0KYA, G3YLA and G4BAO on Thursday the 21st of August Last week was relatively good from an HF propagation standpoint, with only a few periods with an elevated Kp index thanks to a high-speed solar wind stream from a coronal hole. The Kp index hit 4.67 on the 19th of August and 4 again on the 20th due to the solar wind hitting earth at more than 600 kilometres per second. Luckily, the interplanetary magnetic field remained mostly neutral, or north-facing, and the density was low, saving us from more disruption. Meanwhile, the solar flux index declined to 120 by Thursday the 21st. This is still high enough to affect the ionosphere, but well down on recent highs in the 140s and 150s. The daytime critical frequency has mostly remained above 7.5MHz, meaning the 40m band has managed to remain good for inter-UK contacts. This has also meant that maximum usable frequencies, or MUFs, over a 3,000km path hit 21MHz and even 24.9MHz at times. Nighttime critical frequencies have been around 5MHz, giving an MUF over 3,000km of below 14MHz and sometimes even as low as 10MHz. It may be another month or so before we see daytime F2-layer openings starting again on 28MHz. In the meantime, focus your efforts during daylight on 21MHz and below. T30TTT in Western Kiribati remains one of the DX stations to chase, mostly on 18 and 21MHz. The operators are alternating between using CW, SSB and FT8. Other choice DX worked included Jim, E51JD on South Cook Islands who has been active on the 17m band using SSB. TY5AD in Benin, Africa has been worked on the 10m band using FT8. And 3G1P, an IOTA DXpedition in Chile, was logged on the 15m band using SSB. Closer to home, today, the 24th, is the last chance to work OG0C on the Aland Islands. Next week, NOAA predicts that the solar flux index will remain in the 120s, until the end of the month when it could rise to 130 and even 150. Unsettled geomagnetic conditions are forecast for the 28th of August when the Kp index could hit 4. Otherwise, make the most of the relatively settled conditions over the first half of next week to work some choice DX! And now the VHF and up propagation news from G3YLA and G4BAO After this weekend, the weather changes from a Tropo high pressure pattern to an unsettled story with areas of low pressure and fronts together with wind and rain. This will remove any Tropo options and replace them with a possibility of rain scatter on the GHz bands. The auroral conditions have recently produced minor enhancements, although nothing too exciting so far radio-wise. It's worth noting that the autumn, along with spring, are times of the year when auroras are more likely. So, it's a good time of the year to keep abreast of the Kp index, especially if the Kp index goes above 5. We are at the tail end of the broader period of the Perseid meteor shower, ending today, the 24th. This leaves random meteor activity as the only option for a while. As those of you who are active in the mode already know, it tends to favour the early pre-dawn period for better chances of catching meteor scatter. Sporadic-E is hanging on for the last week or two of the 2025 season, but opportunities become much rarer. You'll need to keep a close watch on band reports to capture these increasingly fleeting events. In the main Sporadic-E season, there are usually two well-defined peaks of activity in the morning and late afternoon. However, in the tail of the Sporadic-E season you are just as likely to find it around the middle of the day as at any other time. The daily Sporadic-E blogs at propquest.co.uk  finish at the end of August, but in some years the last events have extended into the first week of September.  Moon declination is still positive, but falling, going negative on Monday. So, Moon window lengths and peak elevation will follow suit. Path losses are rising again as we approach apogee on Friday the 29th. 144MHz sky noise was low until lunchtime on Friday the 22nd, when the Sun and the Moon were very close in the sky. This continued throughout the Moon window on yesterday, the 23rd, and will revert to moderate-to-low next week.  And that's all from the propagation team this week.

NASA astronaut Jim Lovell passed away at the age of 97 and his story is more than just Apollo 13. Artemis 2 is doing more preparation for a February to April launch next year. The meteorite that crashed into a Georgia home is older than Earth. And the Perseid meteor shower isn't quite done yet.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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“Would you drive out to the country just to catch a meteor shower—or a slice of buttermilk pie?”In this delightfully nostalgic episode of The JB and Sandy Show, the crew dives into everything from celestial spectacles to internet relics and legendary Texas diners. It's a celebration of the quirky, the classic, and the downright delicious. Here's what you'll hear:The grand finale of the Perseid meteor shower and where to catch the best views outside Austin.The end of an era: AOL dial-up internet is finally shutting down after 34 years. Yes, some people still use it.Sandy's struggle to set up a custom email domain and JB's advice on escaping the clutches of GoDaddy and LinkedIn spam.A hilarious breakdown of email address shame—is it time to ditch your Yahoo account?A tribute to Blue Bonnet Café in Marble Falls, crowned the most beloved local business in Texas.A mouthwatering rundown of their weekly specials and legendary pie menu, including pie happy hour and Trisha's pick: buttermilk pie.A debate on the soggy glory of Tres Leches cake and why it's so hard to explain to out-of-towners.Memorable Quote: “You know what's difficult to do? Explaining Tres Leches cake. It's soggy cake… it won't stay on a fork. You don't really chew it.” 

  The annual Perseid meteor shower peaks tonight and tomorrow night, August 12th & 13th. I like to use the Perseids as an excuse to create a spacey, ambient mix for stargazing. So here it is. The first track I grabbed for this mix was Jeff Pearce - For The Perseids, from the Gemstones IV compilation. How could I not use that cut in a mix like this. So I decided to look for other tracks with names that would fit and it was fairly easy to find a bunch that worked. Again, how could I resist tunes called "Luminous Dust Trails" and "Night Drifters" and "Comet Tails." Get outside and scan the skies. LINKS TO ALL THE MUSIC USED IN THIS MIX: https://cyclicaldreams.bandcamp.com/album/gemstones-iv-cyd-0089 https://chitrarecords.bandcamp.com/album/ashes https://tonepoet.bandcamp.com/album/scenes-from-the-apocalyptic-bliss https://pulsemandala.bandcamp.com/album/cocoon https://foundrysite.bandcamp.com/album/lost-and-found-a-foundry-anthology https://dataobscura.bandcamp.com/album/garden-of-twilight https://philippedeschampsfilms.bandcamp.com/album/the-silence-of-pallas https://dronarivm.bandcamp.com/album/murmurs-of-the-machine https://nicoless.bandcamp.com/album/moving https://philippedeschampsfilms.bandcamp.com/album/endless-vanishing-lines https://synphaera.bandcamp.com/album/cosmic-echo https://lawrenceenglish.bandcamp.com/album/selene https://dronarivm.bandcamp.com/album/tarnished-tapes-and-saturated-signals Cheers!   T R A C K L I S T : 00:00   Jeff Pearce - For the Perseids (Gemstones IV 2023) 05:25   Logic Moon - Night Drifters (Ashes 2025) 08:08   Tonepoet - Infinite Tide of Stars (Scenes From The Apocalyptic Bliss 2024) 12:09   Applefish & Pulse Mandala - Touch of Gravity (Cocoon 2024) 17:38   EM - Galaxies Like Grains of Sand (Lost and Found: A Foundry Anthology 2002) 21:54   Robert Davies - Beneath Strange Stars (Garden Of Twilight 2006) 25:30   Philippe Deschamps - Cybele Asteroids (The Silence of Pallas 2024) 30:21   Xu - Luminous Dust Trails (Murmurs of the Machine 2025) 33:03   Nico Less - Textures (Moving 2024) 37:11   Logic Moon - Transient Light (Ashes 2025) 39:47   Philippe Deschamps - Shape of the Night (Endless Vanishing Lines 2025) 43:12   Martin Stürtzer - Comet Tails (Cosmic Echo 2023) 52:24   Akira Kosemura & Lawrence English - Twilight Wave (Selene 2024) 56:00   Mike Lazarev - The Final Resonance of Light (Tarnished Tapes and Saturated Signals 2025)

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It's a bird. It's a plane! Ah, it's the annual Perseid meteor shower. This week, Utahns can look to the night sky to see it filled with meteors of all sizes and brightness levels. Jason Trump, Education Supervisor at the Clark Planetarium, joins Maria Shilaos to explain what makes this meteor shower so predictable... and spectacular.

Royal Observatory Greenwich astronomer Ed Bloomer on how to see the Perseid meteor shower at its peak.Cast your eyes skyward between midnight and 5.30am on the 12th of August.NASA says it's the “most popular meteor shower of the year".Chip makers Nvidia and AMD have agreed to pay the US government 15% of their revenue from sales of the H20 and MI308 chips to China.180 tonnes of congealed wet wipes are being removed from the River Thames by the Port of London Authority, in collaboration with Thames Water.For more, we caught up with Thames Water's Head of Tideway Integration Group, John Sullivan.Also in this episode:-Jim Lovell, one of the world's most loved astronauts, has died aged 97-Why researchers are following the trail of a snail that can regrow its eyes-After 34 years, AOL is shutting down dial-up on September 30th Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nigel Feetham says he believes he has the "widest electoral appeal" in respect of his party leadership once Fabian Picardo steps down. In an interview with the Gibraltar Chronicle, the Minister for Justice, Trade and Industry suggests the Chief Minister has overtly thrown his support behind Gemma Arias-Vasquez, resulting in an unfair leadership race. Our reporter Ros Astengo has the details.This Saturday is the Miss Gibraltar contest. It's a special one as they celebrate 60 years of the show. Producer and Director of this year's show Kelvin Hewitt told us what we can expect on Saturday and how the Miss Gibraltar pageant has developed over the years.Jose Mari Ruiz brought some big news in his sports roundup: Gibraltar will host the Blackball Nations Cup in 2026! It'll be the first time a major tournament like this will be held on the Rock. He also told us about the latest in football for the GFA U15s and the Tangier Cup.Stargazers in Gibraltar can look forward to a spectacular celestial treat over the coming 48 hours as the Perseid meteor shower streaks across the night sky. It is one of the brightest and fastest meteor showers of the year and occurs when Earth passes through the debris trail of Comet Swift-Tuttle. We spoke to Willie Recagno of the Gibraltar Astronomical Society.And, the ultimate 90's throwback party is back, your chance to sing and dance your way through the golden era of electronic music! It's the 3rd edition of the event and promises to be bigger and better than ever, with Sonique and Ian van Dahl headlining. We spoke to organiser Daniel Guerrero. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Perseid meteor shower reaching its peak, we ask how you got into stargazing and why you love it.

One of the best-known meteor showers will be at its best the next couple of nights. Unfortunately, the gibbous Moon will be in the sky during the best hours for meteor watching. That will spoil the view of all but the brightest meteors. Perseid meteors are spawned by Comet Swift-Tuttle. The comet orbits the Sun once every 133 years or so. As it plies the interplanetary space lanes, it sheds tiny bits of rock and dust. The grains spread along the comet’s path. Earth flies through this path every August. The particles ram into the atmosphere at more than 130,000 miles per hour. They heat the air in front of them to thousands of degrees, forming the glowing streaks known as “shooting stars.” Swift-Tuttle is an especially big comet – about 16 miles in diameter. And its orbit sometimes brings it close to Earth. In August of 2126, for example, it’ll pass just 14 million miles away. And about 900 years later, it’ll miss by just one million miles. It’s hard to project the comet’s orbit more than a few thousand years into the future. So it’s possible that it could someday hit Earth – a collision that would wipe out most of the life on our fragile planet. Perseid meteors are best seen between midnight and dawn. Find a safe viewing site away from city lights, block out the Moon as much as you can, and scan the sky for the celestial fireworks. Script by Damond Benningfield

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100 Wünsche frei - pro Stunde! Das verspricht der Sternschnuppen Schauer der Perseiden . Aber wann kommen die Perseiden 2025? Wo kann man die Sternschnuppen am besten beobachten? Und wie lange gibt es das Himmelsereignis Perseiden schon? All das erzählt unsere Astrophysikerin im Team Franzi Konitzer in dieser Podcast Folge. Host in dieser Podcast-Folge ist Stefan Geier Autorin: Franziska Konitzer Produktion: Stefan Geier Wir freuen uns, von Euch zu hören: WhatsApp (https://wa.me/491746744240) oder iq@br.de Zum Weiterstöbern: Mehr zu den Perseiden 2025 und den Störfaktor Vollmond in der Sternschnuppennacht könnt Ihr hier lesen: https://www.br.de/nachrichten/wissen/perseiden-2025-vollmond-stoert-sternschnuppennacht,Ut1xNZA Und auch bei space.com geht es um die Frage, wer wohl "gewinnt": der Vollmond oder die Sternschnuppen der Perseiden? Will the bright moon ruin the Perseid meteor shower? https://www.space.com/stargazing/meteor-showers/will-the-bright-moon-ruin-the-perseid-meteor-shower-2025-or-is-it-still-worth-watching Die Perseiden sind nicht das einzige interessante Himmelsereignis im August. Mehr erzählt Franzi Konitzer in der monatlichen Folge des Sternenhimmels: Die "Pi mal Daumen"-Methode - Wo ist das Sommerdreieck? https://www.ardaudiothek.de/episode/urn:ard:episode:4b0f289be89a8274/ Falls Euch der IQ-Podcast gefällt, freuen wir uns über eine gute Bewertung, einen freundlichen Kommentar und ein Abo. Und wenn Ihr unseren Podcast unterstützen wollt, empfehlt uns gerne weiter! IQ verpasst? Hier könnt ihr die letzten Folgen hören: https://1.ard.de/IQWissenschaft

Remembering Astronaut James Lovell: Join us as we pay tribute to the legendary astronaut James Lovell, whose remarkable contributions to space exploration have left an indelible mark on humanity's journey to the stars. We reflect on his iconic missions, including Apollo 8 and the heroic Apollo 13, celebrating his leadership and unwavering spirit that inspired millions.- Perseid Meteor Shower Preview: Get ready for the annual Perseid meteor shower! While this celestial event is a favorite among stargazers, this year's bright moon may hinder visibility. We share tips on how to catch the best meteors despite the moonlight and discuss the exciting conjunction of Jupiter and Venus that will grace the early morning sky.- Hubble's Groundbreaking Discovery: Dive into the latest findings from the Hubble Space Telescope, which has unveiled evidence of a rare white dwarf merger. This discovery challenges previous assumptions about stellar evolution and highlights the importance of ultraviolet observations in understanding the universe's hidden treasures.- Interstellar Travel to a Black Hole: Explore the ambitious concept of sending tiny laser-propelled probes to a nearby black hole within a human lifetime. We discuss the technological advancements needed for this monumental journey and the scientific implications of such an extraordinary mission.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music Music, TikTok, and our new Instagram account! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Avery and Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.✍️ Episode ReferencesJames Lovell's Legacy[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)Perseid Meteor Shower Information[American Meteor Society](https://www.amsmeteors.org/)Hubble's White Dwarf Discovery[Hubble Space Telescope](https://hubblesite.org/)Interstellar Travel Concepts[Cosimo Bambi Research](https://www.fudan.edu.cn/en/)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.

The August 2025 Sturgeon Moon will reach peak illumination on August 9 at 3:55 a.m. Eastern Time, coinciding with the Perseid meteor shower, which peaks August 12-13. The Sturgeon Moon is named after lake sturgeon that were once abundant in the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain. Conservation efforts have helped restore lake sturgeon populations, and they are not currently listed under the Endangered Species Act. The brightness of the full moon is expected to reduce visibility of the Perseid meteors this year. NASA recommends the Geminids meteor shower in December for better meteor viewing.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mars just passed Zavijava and heads toward Zaniah. Saturn and Neptune rise mid-evening. Uranus is near the Pleiades. Mercury makes it to the morning. And you can start looking for Perseid meteors if you haven't already. I tell you about the comet they come from.

SpaceX's Rapid ISS Crew Delivery: Join us as we celebrate SpaceX's remarkable achievement of delivering a new crew to the International Space Station in just 15 hours. We discuss the diverse backgrounds of the astronauts onboard and the significance of their swift journey from launch at NASA's Kennedy Space Center to docking above the South Pacific.- Diplomatic Developments in Space: Explore the recent high-level meetings between NASA and Roscosmos, marking a significant step in U.S.-Russia space relations. We delve into the implications of their discussions on the future of the International Space Station and potential collaborations beyond 2030.- Groundbreaking Discoveries at CERN: Uncover the latest findings from the LHCB experiment at CERN that could shed light on the universe's matter-antimatter imbalance. This discovery of differing decay rates in baryons and antibaryons opens new avenues for understanding why our universe is predominantly composed of matter.- August Night Sky Highlights: Get ready for an exciting month of stargazing as we highlight the stunning conjunction of Jupiter and Venus, the annual Perseid meteor shower, and the easily observable Dumbbell Nebula. We provide tips on how to best enjoy these celestial events, even with the Moon's interference.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music Music, TikTok, and our new Instagram account! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna and Avery signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.✍️ Episode ReferencesSpaceX Crew Delivery Overview[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)NASA-Roscosmos Meeting Insights[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)CERN LHCB Findings[CERN](https://home.cern/)August Night Sky Events[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.

Send us a textOn this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie beat the summer heat with their favorite books about dogs! They also prepare for the Perseid (per-se-id) Meteor Shower peaks on August 12 and August 13 with their favorite books that take place in outer space. And think you don't like poetry? Maybe you do but celebrate Bad Poetry Day with your hosts anyway! To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!Upcoming programs:Adults:  DJ Clinic – Thursday, August 28th @ FairmountTeens/Tweens: Escape Room - Escape from the '90s - August 13th-16th @ Fairmount  Kids: Pokémon Club - Saturday, August 9th @ Eastern Helpful links from our discussion:Summer Reading Challenge 2025Discover Davenport Summer Kids PasseseBook Expansion & BRIDGESLibrary Links:Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!2025 Online Reading Challenge

The Night Sky! It's all about the Milkyway in August (just look up & and maybe cover your neighbours light). Southern Hemisphere misses out on the Perseid meteor shower (lucky you if you're in the north!)Planets: Jupiter and Venus are visible in the morning of the 12th & 13th August. Constellation of the Month: Norma - The Set Square doesn't have much greek mythology, but there's something mysterious hiding out there just beyond our view called "the great attractor."Beth goes on an exciting new adventure!

The Southern Delta Aquariid and Alpha Capricornid meteor showers are peaking tonight and into tomorrow morning, with optimal viewing conditions expected due to a quarter moon. Observers in areas with low light pollution may see 20 to 30 meteors per hour. Meteor showers occur when Earth passes through comet debris, and these events are named for their apparent origin points in the sky. The Perseid meteor shower will peak in early August but may be less visible due to a full moon. NASA recommends watching from dark locations, lying flat facing east, and allowing eyes to adjust for 30 minutes.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Perseid Meteor Shower Approaches: Get ready for the spectacular Perseid meteor shower, expected to peak around August 12th to 13th! This celestial event promises to deliver a dazzling display of meteors, with Australia being one of the best places to witness it. With up to 100 meteors per hour, this year's shower is sure to be a treat for stargazers. We share tips on how to maximize your viewing experience, from finding dark skies to letting your eyes adjust to the night.- Exploring a Cosmic Void: Dive into the latest research that suggests our Milky Way may be located within a giant cosmic void. This theory could help resolve the long-standing Hubble tension regarding the universe's expansion rate. Learn how baryon acoustic oscillations and new measurements support this intriguing hypothesis, challenging our understanding of cosmic structure.- Innovative Martian Construction: Discover how researchers at Texas A&M University are pioneering biomanufacturing methods to build structures on Mars using its natural resources. By mimicking the properties of lichens, scientists are developing a synthetic system that can bind Martian regolith into strong building materials, paving the way for sustainable human habitats on the Red Planet.- Charting the Cosmic Web: We discuss groundbreaking observations of a 23 million light-year-long gaseous filament and the role of fast radio bursts in mapping the universe's largest structures. Learn how these discoveries are reshaping our understanding of baryonic matter distribution within the cosmic web.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music Music, TikTok, and our new Instagram account! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Steve signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.✍️ Episode ReferencesPerseid Meteor Shower[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)Cosmic Void Research[Royal Astronomical Society](https://ras.ac.uk/)Martian Construction Matt Woods[Texas A&M University](https://www.tamu.edu/)Cosmic Web Observations[Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics](https://www.cfa.harvard.edu/)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.

John A. Read is no stranger to reaching for the stars—both figuratively and literally. Fresh off earning his Master's in Space Systems Engineering from Johns Hopkins (without an undergrad in engineering—yes, really), John joins Beth to explore his fascinating journey from finance to astrophysics, and from a $15 pharmacy telescope to founding Stargaze Nova Scotia, a public dark-sky observatory. Along the way, John shares how a spark of curiosity from a Chris Hadfield novel launched him into grad school, how he's helping democratize astronomy through smart telescopes and best-selling books, and why his family's space-inspired creative projects continue to inspire new generations of stargazers. Beth and John also explore the rapid evolution of space tech, investing in emerging space companies, and what celestial sights to look forward to this summer—including a can't-miss list of stellar showstoppers for both casual observers and seasoned skywatchers. About John A. Read: John is an award-winning astronomy author, YouTuber, and outreach educator whose books—including 50 Things to See with a Telescope—have helped thousands learn to stargaze. His company, Learn to Stargaze, creates accessible astronomy resources and experiences for all ages. John also leads Stargaze Nova Scotia and helps manage the historic Abbey Ridge Observatory, bringing the wonders of the cosmos to the public through tours, events, and online content. John's family is equally starry-eyed—his wife and daughter create space-themed art and poetry, including the first augmented-reality space poetry book inspired by a trip to orbit! Mentioned in this episode:

Chef Allie Peña and chef-owner Aaron Bludorn of Bludorn join Eric on the show today. The pair speak with Eric about Allie taking over as executive chef at Bludorn, why Allie pursued the job, why Aaron felt Allie was the right choice, new ideas Allie has for Bludorn, staples that she plans to keep, her time running the Bar Bludorn kitchen, how Bludorn has exceeded Aaron's expectations in terms of the city's response to it, the Michelin aspect of it all, and more! Plus, they discuss Douglas Keane coming to Houston, any possible interest in The Woodlands, how things are going with Perseid, and Allie goes through the lightning round! Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Houstonians Will Get The Royal Treatment at This Lively New Steakhouse Massive, German-Inspired Beer Garden Coming to New Energy Corridor Project Houston's Most Pretty-in-Pink Restaurant Quietly Closes in Upper Kirby River Oaks Gourmet Grocer Unveils Cozy New Name and Big Dallas Plans

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by a returning Chelsea Thomas. The pair first discuss Chelsea making her return to the culinary scene with her new gig and then they dive into the latest Houston restaurant news. They cover Burger Chan's owners adding a new co-owner, the new cowboy inspired concept coming to the inner loop, and chef Jane Wild's new cafe/bakery concept opening in The Heights. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Perseid is featured.    Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Cult Favorite Houston Burger Joint Adds New Co-Owner to Power Future Growth Cowboy-Inspired, Family-Friendly Restaurant Rides into Prime Inner Loop Space Successful Pop-Up Chef Opens a New All-Day Cafe and Bakery in the Heights Creative New Heights Restaurant Spices Up Diner Fare with Asian Flavors

The Swanky Maven herself Felice Sloan joins Eric on the podcast today. The pair speak about Bagel Bob's HTX finding a new home in a space formerly occupied by Berg Hospitality, the opening of Aaron Bludorn's newest concept Perseid, and Goode Company  opening their new Kitchen & Cantina concept along with a speakeasy concept within it called Bar Buena. In the Restaurants of the Week portion, Osha Thai Kitchen is featured.    Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Cafe's Closure Provides a New Home for Houston's Beloved 'Bagel Bob' Aaron Bludorn's New Hotel Restaurant Brings French Flair to Montrose Goode Co.'s Mesquite-Fired Tex-Mex Restaurant Coming to River Oaks in March Clarkwood Owner Dishes on Opening Houston's Buzzy New Cocktail Lounge 26-Year Old Houston Chef Transforms Benjy Levit's Mexican Restaurant

Aaron Bludorn and Cherif Mbodji of Bludorn, Navy Blue, and Bar Bludorn join Eric on today's podcast. The guys speak with Eric about the current state of the restaurant group, what they're excited about coming up in 2025, how the Perseid project came about which is set to open this year at the new Hotel Saint Augustine, developing the menu at Perseid,  the French inspirations, how Bar Bludorn has evolved since opening, growing talent within the group, collaborating with other restauranteurs, thoughts on the Michelin Guide coming to Texas, and more! Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Houston Chef Breaks His Silence on Sudden Exit from Woodlands Restaurant Luxurious Houston Steak and Sushi Restaurant Suddenly Shutters Iconic Houston Cocktail Bar Brings Back Happy Hour for First Time in 5 Years Another Houston Dive Bar Lives on Thanks to Anvil Owner Bobby Heugel

Text Light Pollution News!A lot to discuss this month! Host Bill McGeeney is joined by an expert panel featuring the astronomer and artist, Dr. Tyler Nordgren, photographer and Youtuber, Nico Carver, and, thought leader and CEO of Visibility Innovations, Nancy Clanton.See Full Show Notes, Lighting Tips and more at LightPollutionNews.com. Like this episode, share it with a friend!Bill's Picks:Teen Captures Jaw-Dropping Photo of North America Nebula From His Backyard, Lydia Patrick, NewsweekTurning down streetlights at night shown to reduce light pollution and carbon emissions, Victor Petrovic, ABC News (AU)Proposed LED streetlights are too bright, Ann Arbor dark sky proponents argue, Ryan Stanton, Mlive. Researchers want to build 'streetlights' on the moon — and they'd be taller than the Statue of Liberty, Brandon Specktor, Live Science.Perseid meteor shower seen raining over Stonehenge in stunning photo, Li Cohen, CBS News Support the showLike what we're doing? For the cost of a coffee, you can become a Monthly Supporter. Your assistance will help cover server and production costs.

In this episode of "Exploring New England" host Ryan Zipp recounts a recent visit to the coastal city of Newport, RI with the goal of capturing the night sky from Brenton Point State Park along the ocean. Dark skies allowed for the core of the Milky Way to be visible and the perfect place to witness peak action of the annual Perseid meteor shower. The stunning Northern Lights even made a surprise appearance for the second time in the last 3 months all the way down to southern New England. Ryan also highlights a handful of sunflower fields currently in bloom or about to be in the coming weeks. 

A quick housing market announcement: the structure for real estate commissions is set to change this week following a legal settlement with the National Association of Realtors from earlier this year. We’ll get into what it could mean for homebuyers, sellers and real estate agents. And, to publish or not to publish internal Trump campaign documents allegedly leaked by Iranian hackers? That is the question several newsrooms are facing. We'll explain the conundrum. Plus, Kai Ryssdal gets wistful about his daughter’s first day of school. Here’s everything we talked about today: “So Much About Real-Estate Commissions Just Changed. Here’s What to Know.” from The Wall Street Journal “Why newsrooms haven't published leaked Trump campaign documents” from The Washington Post “Biden admin to spend billions to blunt spike in Medicare drug premiums” from Politico “Seeds are gifts from nature, says a major organic producer. So now it’s going to give them away” from AP News “Rare display of northern lights and Perseid meteor shower delights skywatchers worldwide” from Space We love to hear from you. Email your comments and questions to makemesmart@marketplace.org or leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART.

A quick housing market announcement: the structure for real estate commissions is set to change this week following a legal settlement with the National Association of Realtors from earlier this year. We’ll get into what it could mean for homebuyers, sellers and real estate agents. And, to publish or not to publish internal Trump campaign documents allegedly leaked by Iranian hackers? That is the question several newsrooms are facing. We'll explain the conundrum. Plus, Kai Ryssdal gets wistful about his daughter’s first day of school. Here’s everything we talked about today: “So Much About Real-Estate Commissions Just Changed. Here’s What to Know.” from The Wall Street Journal “Why newsrooms haven't published leaked Trump campaign documents” from The Washington Post “Biden admin to spend billions to blunt spike in Medicare drug premiums” from Politico “Seeds are gifts from nature, says a major organic producer. So now it’s going to give them away” from AP News “Rare display of northern lights and Perseid meteor shower delights skywatchers worldwide” from Space We love to hear from you. Email your comments and questions to makemesmart@marketplace.org or leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART.

A quick housing market announcement: the structure for real estate commissions is set to change this week following a legal settlement with the National Association of Realtors from earlier this year. We’ll get into what it could mean for homebuyers, sellers and real estate agents. And, to publish or not to publish internal Trump campaign documents allegedly leaked by Iranian hackers? That is the question several newsrooms are facing. We'll explain the conundrum. Plus, Kai Ryssdal gets wistful about his daughter’s first day of school. Here’s everything we talked about today: “So Much About Real-Estate Commissions Just Changed. Here’s What to Know.” from The Wall Street Journal “Why newsrooms haven't published leaked Trump campaign documents” from The Washington Post “Biden admin to spend billions to blunt spike in Medicare drug premiums” from Politico “Seeds are gifts from nature, says a major organic producer. So now it’s going to give them away” from AP News “Rare display of northern lights and Perseid meteor shower delights skywatchers worldwide” from Space We love to hear from you. Email your comments and questions to makemesmart@marketplace.org or leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART.

Jak se vedení chomutovské radnice staví ke kauze údajných manipulací s veřejnými zakázkami? Do jaké míry se řeckým hasičům daří brzdit postup rozsáhlého požáru, který zasáhl oblast v okolí Atén? A jak složité je zachytit na fotkách meteorické roje Perseidů, a to dokonce s polární září?

The Perseid meteor shower peaked Sunday night and this morning, with dozens of meteors lighting up the sky every hour. If you missed it, you'll get a second chance tonight and possibly Tuesday. Sky & Telescope magazine senior editor Kelly Beatty tells us how.

Sign up to Brilliant and you'll also get 20% off an annual premium subscription: https://brilliant.org/tldr/Welcome to the TLDR News Daily BriefingIn today's episode, we run through the possibility of a coup erupting in Serbia. Also, we discuss how the US is preparing for retaliation from Iran and Hezbollah; Mexico denying Ukraine's request to arrest Putin; & the Perseid meteor shower to light up the skies.

I was excited to see the Perseid meteor shower and stayed up late on August 11th to watch it. Unfortunately, I only saw a couple of meteors and went back to bed. I tried again in the morning but still didn’t see much. Later in the day, I went to a winery with my wife … Continue reading "LWIF Ep244 – Blues Brothers"

We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast. Take the survey at wbur.org/survey. Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have agreed to debate on Sept. 10. Washington Post reporter Josh Dawsey and NPR senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montenaro join us to discuss that and the week in political news. And, the new "Memphis" box set includes 111 tracks that Elvis Presley made in the city. Author Robert Gordon, who wrote the box set's liner notes, talks about the collection and Presley's long history in Memphis. Then, the annual Perseid meteor shower will peak Sunday night into Monday morning. Sky & Telescope senior editor Kelly Beatty explains how people in some places could see 20 to 30 meteors per hour.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

The Rio Grande Plan to bury rail lines in Salt Lake City finds surprising support in the Salt Lake County Council. Executive producer Emily Means joins host Ali Vallarta to discuss what it would take to make this dream a reality. Plus, University of Utah students are back to school with nowhere to sleep, bug recipes, and where to watch 40 meteors an hour this weekend.  Resources and references: A grassroots plan to radically change train lines through SLC just got a key endorsement [Salt Lake Tribune] Could This Plan Revive SLC's Rio Grande Station? [City Cast Salt Lake] ‘They need to do better': Parents frustrated over University of Utah dorm chaos [Salt Lake Tribune] Check out Bugfest at the Natural History Museum of Utah, Aug. 10 and 11. Dark Sky places in Utah for viewing the Perseid meteor shower. Consider becoming a founding member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we're around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Salt Lake Community College Salt Lake Sewciety Stein Eriksen Lodge Utah Department of Health and Human Services Embodied Patience Live Crude - Get $25 off your facial by mentioning this ad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A federal judge on Monday ruled that Google acted illegally to maintain a monopoly over online search. It’s the biggest antitrust ruling in decades. Could it be the cherry on top for President Joe Biden’s economic legacy? We’ll get into it. Plus, climate change and the future of the home insurance industry. And, gymnastics girl power and meteor showers make us smile. Here’s everything we talked about today: “Google Loses Antitrust Case Over Search-Engine Dominance” from The Wall Street Journal “All the spiciest parts of the Google antitrust ruling” from The Verge “How Does Harris View Big Business? Her Time as California's Top Lawyer Offers Clues” from The New York Times “Your Next Home Insurance Nightmare: AI, Drones, and Surveillance” from Business Insider “Trump vs. Biden: Who Got More Done on Antitrust?” from Washington Monthly “For the VP also-rans' political futures, Walz's elevation ‘complicates it a lot'” from Politico “Michelle Obama Weighs In On Simone Biles’ Bowing Gesture After NFL Star Trashes It” from HuffPost Sports “Perseid meteor shower 2024 peaks this weekend. Here’s how to see summer’s best ‘shooting stars'” from Space “Mountain Bikers Are Rewilding Land by Paying the Government to Do It” from Wired Make Me Smart is headed to Boston! You can find details about the live event and how to get early bird tickets here.

A federal judge on Monday ruled that Google acted illegally to maintain a monopoly over online search. It’s the biggest antitrust ruling in decades. Could it be the cherry on top for President Joe Biden’s economic legacy? We’ll get into it. Plus, climate change and the future of the home insurance industry. And, gymnastics girl power and meteor showers make us smile. Here’s everything we talked about today: “Google Loses Antitrust Case Over Search-Engine Dominance” from The Wall Street Journal “All the spiciest parts of the Google antitrust ruling” from The Verge “How Does Harris View Big Business? Her Time as California's Top Lawyer Offers Clues” from The New York Times “Your Next Home Insurance Nightmare: AI, Drones, and Surveillance” from Business Insider “Trump vs. Biden: Who Got More Done on Antitrust?” from Washington Monthly “For the VP also-rans' political futures, Walz's elevation ‘complicates it a lot'” from Politico “Michelle Obama Weighs In On Simone Biles’ Bowing Gesture After NFL Star Trashes It” from HuffPost Sports “Perseid meteor shower 2024 peaks this weekend. Here’s how to see summer’s best ‘shooting stars'” from Space “Mountain Bikers Are Rewilding Land by Paying the Government to Do It” from Wired Make Me Smart is headed to Boston! You can find details about the live event and how to get early bird tickets here.

A federal judge on Monday ruled that Google acted illegally to maintain a monopoly over online search. It’s the biggest antitrust ruling in decades. Could it be the cherry on top for President Joe Biden’s economic legacy? We’ll get into it. Plus, climate change and the future of the home insurance industry. And, gymnastics girl power and meteor showers make us smile. Here’s everything we talked about today: “Google Loses Antitrust Case Over Search-Engine Dominance” from The Wall Street Journal “All the spiciest parts of the Google antitrust ruling” from The Verge “How Does Harris View Big Business? Her Time as California's Top Lawyer Offers Clues” from The New York Times “Your Next Home Insurance Nightmare: AI, Drones, and Surveillance” from Business Insider “Trump vs. Biden: Who Got More Done on Antitrust?” from Washington Monthly “For the VP also-rans' political futures, Walz's elevation ‘complicates it a lot'” from Politico “Michelle Obama Weighs In On Simone Biles’ Bowing Gesture After NFL Star Trashes It” from HuffPost Sports “Perseid meteor shower 2024 peaks this weekend. Here’s how to see summer’s best ‘shooting stars'” from Space “Mountain Bikers Are Rewilding Land by Paying the Government to Do It” from Wired Make Me Smart is headed to Boston! You can find details about the live event and how to get early bird tickets here.

How a change in federal policy removes barriers for disabled veterans to get housing. The latest in on ongoing fraud investigation into an L.A. homeless service provider. How to see this weekend's Perseid meteor shower. It'll be the best one of the year. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.Support the show: https://laist.com

The annual Perseid meteor shower peaks in the early hours of Monday morning, and the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby should be out of New England by then. GBH's meteorologist Dave Epstein gives us his advice for catching a glimpse of that comet tail. 

“Backyard astronomer” Gary Boyle shares some tips on getting the best view of the Perseid meteor shower, which is meant to be extra special when it peaks in the coming days.

Clouds will cover much of the state Wednesday. With luck, they'll clear in the evening so you can get a look at the night sky. Each year around this time, the earth rotates through a trail of space debris. When these hunks of asteroids and comet particles burn up in our atmosphere, they give off the impression that stars are shooting across the sky. It's called the Perseid meteor shower and it is happening now — but it will peak Aug. 10-12. The darker the setting, the more brilliant the show. That's why Voyageurs National Park on Minnesota's northern border is a great place to watch the Perseids and other astronomical events.Jesse Gates is a dark sky specialist with the Voyageurs Conservancy and he joined Minnesota Now to talk about what's going on at the park and what makes it such an ideal place for stargazing.