Stargazing photographers capture 'comet of the century'
Here are some of the best pictures of Tsuchinshan-ATLAS taken by photographers from around the UK.
When and where to see the ‘comet of the century’ Saturday night
A comet that last passed Earth 80,000 years ago, when Neanderthals walked the Earth, will be visible to the naked eye starting Saturday evening. The comet is named Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, and scientists have dubbed it the “comet of the century” due to its brightness and visibility.
‘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,
How to spot 'comet of the century' in UK skies
The comet follows the UK's skies being splashed with colour from the Northern Lights overnight on Thursday. The lights, also known as aurora borealis, were expected to be seen only as far south as the Midlands, but the spectacle was visible from the top of the UK in the Shetland Islands down to London.
Saturday Comet Tracker: When And Where To See The Bright Comet Tonight
How, when, and where to look to see Comet A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS after sunset this Saturday, Oct. 12, with sky charts, before it gradually fades from view.
How to see a once-in-a-lifetime comet Saturday and beyond
Comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS was visible during sunrise at Monfrague National Park in Spain on Sept. 30. Photo: Marcos del Mazo/LightRocket via
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Stargazers race to capture 'Comet of the Century'
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Community invited to public star watch hosted by York County Astronomical Society
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