Perviz Walji: “Comet of the century” expected to “graze” the sun later in the year | The Guardian Express

NASA scientists say a comet dubbed “Comet of the century” by reporters is expected to “graze” the sun later in the year.

Comet ISON, dubbed by some reporters as “comet of the century” is hurtling toward the sun and is expected to “graze” it later in the year, according to NASA scientists.

NASA scientists say on November 28, ISON will come within 800,000 miles of the astral surface, as it flies through the sun’s atmosphere.

If ISON does not break apart, it will shine brighter than the moon and will be briefly visible near the sun in broad daylight. According to scientists, the comet’s dusty tail stretching into the night sky could create a worldwide sensation.

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Perviz Walji is the author of Africa’s Fading Echoes: Tales from an Enigmatic Continent.

Ms. Walji was born and lived the early part of her life in Tanzania. She currently lives in the United States and has worked in writing, editing, production, and other media-related positions both in print and broadcast. Although she migrated from East Africa many decades ago, the sights and sounds of the region will forever echo in her soul.