ATLAS, comet and Earth

Bright comet G3 ATLAS seen from space in new astronaut photo
Astronauts witnessed the brightest comet of 2025 from space as it streaked across the sky above Earth.A new photo taken from the vantage point of the International Space Station (ISS) captures the brilliant comet known as C/2024 G3 ATLAS,
'Totally amazing' astronaut photo captures comet C/2024 G3 ATLAS shooting past Earth from the ISS
NASA astronaut Don Pettit has snapped a striking shot of the super-bright comet racing past our planet for the first time in 160,000 years, as it lit up the night skies across the globe.
See comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) as viewed from Earth's orbit
Astronaut Don Pettit took this stunning photo of a nearby comet from the International Space Station
Photographer captures rare Comet G3 ATLAS from UK in dramatic 'once-in-a-lifetime' image
In a race against time, clouds and the setting sun, photographer Josh Dury captured this dramatic photograph of Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) at dusk on Jan. 15.
G3 ATLAS: Don't miss the comet tonight that won't return for 160,000 years-here's how to watch it
January 2025 hosts extraordinary celestial events, including the rare appearance of Comet G3 ATLAS, visible once every 160,000 years. Optimal viewing
The Truth About The ‘New Year Comet’ ATLAS G3
Comet ATLAS G3 will be closest to the Sun on Jan. 13, 2025, but will mainly be visible only from the Southern Hemisphere.
Once-in-a-160000-year comet G3 ATLAS could shine as bright as Venus next week. Here's what to expect.
One of the brightest comets in 20 years, Comet 2024 G3 (ATLAS) returns for a close encounter with the sun — but will we be able to see it?
Photographer captures the rare Comet G3 ATLAS from UK
Photographer Josh Durry captures breathtaking images of the rare Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) from the UK, a comet that visits our sun every 160,000 years. Discover the challenges and excitement of capturing such a celestial phenomenon.
Comet Suddenly Appears After 180,000 Years — How To See It Tonight
G3 (ATLAS) is now visible in the post-sunset night sky. It's best seen in the Southern Hemisphere, but it's visible north of ...
Stargazers can expect to see rare comet appear in Hong Kong skies
Hong Kong Space Museum says Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) will gradually pass by Earth after coming to its closest point on Tuesday ...
The 'brightest comet of 2025 so far' is orbiting the sun: Here's how to catch a glimpse
G3 may be hard to see due to weather patterns and the California wildfires, said Tim Brothers of the Massachusetts Institute ...
How to Watch a Once-in-160,000-Year Comet Predicted to Shine Brighter Than Venus
Comet G3 ATLAS (C/2024) is about to reach its closest point to the Sun in mid-January, making it the brightest comet of the ...
A bright 'sun-skirting' comet will grace southern skies this week—here's how to see it
Hot on the heels of a spectacular comet late last year, another celestial visitor is set to put on a show. And Southern ...
These are the best places from the USA to see comet C/2024 G3, a historic landmark you can’t miss
A comet will pass near the Earth early this year, and it promises to be an impressive sight for sky-watchers. Here’s more on ...