The yet-to-be-named comet will make its closest approach to the Sun on October 28, and it could either burn up into oblivion or put on a fantastic show. reading time 2 minutes A newly discovered comet ...

One of the brightest comets in 20 years, Comet 2024 G3 (ATLAS) returns for a close encounter with the sun — but will we be able to see it? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...

Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) is expected to become brighter than Venus next week, and will probably be the brightest comet of 2025. It has already achieved a brightness similar to famously bright stars ...

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Comet C/2024 S1 (ATLAS) is expected to graze the Sun later this month. If it survives the encounter, it will blaze brightly in the night sky. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X ...

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There’s a once in a, well, several lifetimes, chance to see a comet in the night skies this week. A recently discovered comet, known as C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan–ATLAS, is making its closest approach to ...

If you missed the aurora show, or you want another celestial showcase, check the weather in the D.C. area over the next couple of nights for a chance to see a comet. There’s a chance for stargazers to ...