"NASA Warns of Approaching 'Devil Comet' with Ice Volcano and 'Horns' to Illuminate Earth's Skies"

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"NASA Warns of Approaching 'Devil Comet' with Ice Volcano and 'Horns' to Illuminate Earth's Skies"
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A massive "Devil Comet" known as 12P/Pons-Brooks, twice the size of Mount Everest, is approaching Earth but poses no threat. It is expected to be visible to the naked eye or with binoculars in mid-April next year. The comet, with an orbital period of 71 years, is one of the few comets with an active ice volcano. Astronomers have observed unusual outbursts, causing the comet to brighten rapidly before fading back. The comet's nucleus is estimated to be 12.4 miles wide, making it an outlier in size. Sky-watchers are advised to stay updated on its progress.

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