It's been said that the general public knows three astronomical objects: the Moon, the rings of Saturn, and Halley's Comet.

As Halley’s Comet races back toward the Sun, it carries centuries of cosmic memory. Scientists now know it leaves behind dazzling meteor showers and clues about the birth of our solar system. This ...

(NEXSTAR) — Skywatcher or not, you’ve likely heard of Halley’s comet. As popular as it is, however, seeing it may be a once-in-a-lifetime occurrence for some. The comet, often referred to as just ...

The ice and rocky dust left in Earth's orbit by Halley's Comet creates an annual meteor show. Here's all you need to know.