Perseid meteor shower offers a spectacular show

Season 2015

See the spectacular light show of this year’s Perseid meteor shower

In our NewsHour Shares moment of the day, stargazers catch a glimpse of the annual Perseid meteor shower. This year, the show is especially brilliant.

AIR DATE 8/13/15

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