Comet McNaught: Just passing, the best comet for 32 years
11th January 2007

In the days ahead, Comet McNaught will pass the sun (temporarily disappearing in the glare) and emerge in good position for southern hemisphere viewing later this month. Meanwhile, solar heating will continue to puff up the comet, causing it to brighten even more. It could become one of the brightest comets in centuries, visible even in daylit skies. spaceweather more photos

New comet
2007-01-11

A newfound comet has backyard skywatchers buzzing about its incredible brightness even though it is a challenge to spot.

Comet McNaught, named for Australian astronomer Robert McNaught who found it last year, is about to circle the Sun. It sets right after the Sun, making it visible in the West [sky map] for only a few minutes in twilight. the rest