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Comet

Comet Leonard brightens

Robin Scagell Top stories 25th November 20212nd December 2021Comet, Comet Leonard
Comet Leonard brightens

There’s a new comet on the block – Comet Leonard. It’s not bright, so you won’t see it without good equipment, but for the keen observers and photographers it’s looking promising in the early morning sky.

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