Comet that hasn't been seen for 80,000 years will be visible in the night sky
Scientists said a comet known as the Oort Cloud comet — or C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS — will pass by Earth on Saturday for the first time in 80,000 years.
Rare comet visible in the night sky won’t return for 80,000 years
A rare comet is expected to be visible to the naked eye across the Northern Hemisphere for several weeks in October.
Did you miss the Northern Lights? Catch the comet in the sky this weekend
This weekend, a rare celestial event will take place as Comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-Atlas makes its closest approach to Earth in 80,000 years.
Miss this comet in NYC's skies, and you'll have to wait another 800 centuries to see it
While the comet could be visible to the naked eye, it has the potential to be “truly spectacular with binoculars or a small telescope,” according to Cooke, the NASA scientist. NASA says once the comet disappears from view in early November, it won’t be visible again for another 80,000 years.
'Comet of the century' will be visible this weekend. When and where to look for it
A comet that some are calling "the comet of the century" will soon be visible. Comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan–ATLAS is approaching its closest point to the Earth, meaning you'll be able to see something that hasn't been seen by people on on the planet in 80,000 years.
How to spot 'comet of the century' in UK skies
A comet that was seen from Earth last month for the first time in 80,000 years might be visible with the naked eye in the UK on Saturday evening, according to the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS). The society said Comet A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) has been called the "comet of the century" because of how bright and visible it can be.
Comet Last Seen by Neanderthals Could Be Visible Over the Weekend
A comet that was last visible from Earth when Neanderthals were alive could be spotted with the naked eye this weekend, scientists have said.
‘Comet of the century’ that was last viewed by neanderthals 80,000 years ago could be seen tonight
Scientists have said Comet A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), which was last visible from Earth when Neanderthals were alive 80,000 years ago, could be spotted with the naked eye from our planet this weekend. First discovered in January 2023,
When and where to see the ‘comet of the century’ Saturday night
The comet last passed Earth 80,000 years ago, when Neanderthals walked the Earth.
NASA says comet expected to put on show in Earth fly-by
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A rare comet will make its closest approach to Earth this weekend. Here's how to view it.
Rare comet visible this weekend won't return to Earth for another 80,000 years. Here's how Texans can catch a glimpse.
Most anticipated comet of the year to make its closest approach to Earth this weekend
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A rare comet could be visible in the Southern Tier. What to know, when to look
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Last Chance For 800 Centuries To See Comet As It Gets Closest To Earth
ATLAS, which should this weekend become a naked-eye object in the post-sunset sky from the northern hemisphere.
Unforgettable Spectacle: See Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Now or Wait Another 80,000 Years
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You Won't Want to Miss October's Rare Comet Sighting.
A ”once in a lifetime” comet is expected to light up the night sky as it passes by Earth later this week. Comet ...