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Historical Comet Sightings Debated

Updated 2026-06-14 16:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

A University of Leicester historian suggests Eilmer of Malmesbury may have witnessed Halley's comet twice, in 1018 and 1066. The claim adds to the ongoing debate about medieval astronomical observations.

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University of Leicester historian thinks Eilmer of Malmesbury saw two different comets: in 1018 and 1066
2026-06-14 16:02 UTC
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