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Jaw-dropping meteors: On Sunday morning, November 18th, skywatchers in North America will have the chance to see an amazing sight: the Leonid meteor showers. The Earth moves through this cloud of particles every year around this time. Experts are predicting that this year will be a spectacular sight. It may be the biggest Leonid meteor display in almost forty years. Check this website for more information on meteors, on viewing times, and other helpful hints. Some lucky viewers might see as many as 8,000 meteors an hour in peak times.