Before you worry about an impending alien invasion, thankfully there’s a simple explanation for the light - it’s Comet NEOWISE! The comet will be visible to observers across the Northern Hemisphere this month, as it zips through the inner solar system. The comet was discovered back in March, and is putting on a stunning display for eagle-eyed skywatchers before it disappears, not to be seen again for 6,800 years! If you'd like to see the once-in-a-lifetime comet, thankfully, NASA has your back, and has revealed its top tip to see Comet NEOWISE this week. (Image: Alexander Ryumin/TASS)NASA explained: “For those hoping to catch a glimpse of Comet NEOWISE before it’s gone, there are several observing opportunities over the coming days when it will become increasingly visible shortly after sunset in the northwest sky.

Source: Daily Mirror July 21, 2020 08:21 UTC