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Nicola Roy

Spectacular comet 'last seen by the Neanderthals' to streak through skies again

Keen stargazers will want to mark their calendars for February 1 when a rare comet will be making its way through the sky.

The comet C/2023 E3 (ZTF) hasn't been seen in 50,000 years when Neanderthals roamed the planet, and will likely never be seen again after this journey - so it's important not to miss out if you want to catch a glimpse.

It'll be the closest to Earth on the first day of next month, making it the perfect opportunity to watch the phenomenon. Following its 20-day journey around the sun, it'll then return deep into outer space.

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