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2025 September 18 - Comet C/2025 R2 (SWAN)
In today's image, we see the comet known as SWAN25B. This comet made its closest approach to the Sun shortly after it was discovered a week ago. It is currently moving closer to Earth although it will not come near striking Earth.My podcasts are available in video form through this YouTube Channel.This Podcast is an authorized New Media Mirror Site for APOD. You can access the image and website directly at: Astronomy Picture of the Day. You can use the archive link below the image to select the photo corresponding to the date of this podcast.I welcome comments and suggestions about these…
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