The great Halley's Comet disappointment of 1986 — and the discoveries that changed astronomy forever
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A look back at the 1986 Halley’s Comet disappointment highlights discoveries that reshaped astronomy.
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Summary · from headlines6 points
- Astronomers revealed the most detailed view of Pa 30, a cosmic “firework”.
- Northern lights reached England’s south coast; auroras may be visible in 28 US states.
- Webb placed the farthest fast radio burst inside a tiny young galaxy.
- Skywatchers can see the Andromeda Galaxy with their naked eyes this week.
- Earth was hit by the strongest magnetic storm in three months; NOAA forecasts a G1 storm for Oct. 13.
- The Taurids are coming, with “Halloween Fireballs” expected this year.
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srpske.rs13 Oct · 08:34Timeline 165 reports
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