Greek Mythology
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About Greek Mythology
Greek mythology is the body of myths originally told by the ancient Greeks. These stories concern the origin and the nature of the world, the lives and activities of deities, heroes, and mythological creatures, and the origins and significance of the ancient Greeks' own cult and ritual practices.
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... She also took inspiration from Greek Mythology and its characters, such as Persephone and Eurydice, who are often the victims of betrayal...
Perseid meteor shower to light up night sky
... It is called a Perseid meteor shower because the meteors appear to originate from the constellation of Perseus - named after a figure from Greek Mythology...
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... The Italian weather service said the island will be at the " epicentre" of next week s heatwave, which weather forecasters have dubbed Charon, after the ferryman who delivered souls into the underworld in Greek Mythology...
Europe heatwave: Red alerts issued in 15 Italian cities
... Italian weather forecasters are warning that the next heatwave - dubbed Charon after the ferryman who delivered souls into the underworld in Greek Mythology - will push temperatures back up above 40C next week...
Europe heatwave: Extreme heat leads to Greece Acropolis closure
... It was expected to peak on Friday but Italian weather forecasters are warning that the next heatwave - dubbed Charon after the ferryman who delivered souls into the underworld in Greek Mythology - will push temperatures back up above 40C next week...
Cerberus heatwave: Hot weather sweeps across southern Europe
... But as Cerberus dies out, Italian weather forecasters are warning that the next heatwave - dubbed Charon after the ferryman who delivered souls into the underworld in Greek Mythology - will push temperatures back up towards 43C (109F) in Rome and a possible 47C (116F) on the island of Sardinia...
Nasa's Orion capsule makes safe return to Earth
... The agency s new project is called Artemis, who in Greek Mythology was the sister of Apollo...
Nasa's Artemis Moon rocket lifts off Earth
... The space agency is calling its new programme Artemis (Apollo s twin sister in Greek Mythology)...
Perseid meteor shower to light up night sky
By Michael Sheils McNameeBBC News
Stargazers are in for a treat on Saturday Night when the Perseid Meteor Shower lights up the sky.
The Phenomenon brings up to dozens of meteors an hour, created when debris from comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle collides with The Earth 's atmosphere and burns up.
This year The Event is expected to peak during The Night of August 12, into the Early Hours of August 13.
In this period, up to 100 Shooting Stars an hour could be visible.
The Natural display happens at a similar Time In July and August each year, and can be seen around the Globe - although is believed to be clearer in the northern hemisphere.
The Meteors - which can be as small as a grain of sand or as big as a pea - and heat up, resulting in The Bright flashes which can be seen with the Naked Eye . The blazing debris does not pose any danger to us on Earth.
It is considered one of The Best astronomical events because it produces bright meteors and is one of The Most active.
According to BBC Weather's Billy Payne, central and eastern England can expect the lengthiest clear spells overnight and should have The Best viewing conditions.
" Although do expect more cloud during the Early Hours if you're across The Midlands , central south England, East Anglia and The South east, " He Said .
" A few clear spells are possible elsewhere across the UK too, but parts of west Britain, particularly the coasts and hills, will see the cloudiest conditions due to The South -westerly breeze. "
This year, Nasa's All Sky Fireball Network, which observes meteors using a network of cameras,
According to the organisation, All That is needed to see The Meteors is " clear sky, darkness, and a bit of patience" adding The Meteors should be visible in All Directions across the sky.
It is called a 'Perseid' Meteor Shower because The Meteors appear to originate from the constellation of Perseus - named after a figure from Greek Mythology .
There is also a high chance of seeing fireballs, which are very bright meteors, as well as meteors with Long Trains .
According to The Royal Astronomical Society, meteor showers are easy to watch and no special equipment is needed.
Related TopicsSource of news: bbc.com
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