"Otherworldly 'Devil Comet' to Illuminate Earth's Skies with Ice Volcano and 'Horns'"

A massive "Devil Comet" known as 12P/Pons-Brooks, twice the size of Mount Everest, is approaching Earth and is expected to be visible to the naked eye or with binoculars in mid-April next year. The periodic comet, with an orbital period of 71 years, is one of the few comets with an active ice volcano. Astronomers have observed unusual outbursts from the comet, causing it to brighten rapidly before fading back to its original brightness. The comet's nucleus is estimated to be twice the size of Mount Everest. Sky-watchers are advised to stay updated on the comet's progress leading up to its appearance in the sky.