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NASA Reveals Hidden Comet Near Earth | Los Angeles News
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- Jul 17, 2026
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Summary
NASA just uncovered a cosmic twist: an object thought to be a boring asteroid since 1998 is actually a hidden “dark comet” — P/1998 SH2. When it flew close in August 2025, its weird trajectory hinted at something more, and after years of data crunching and telescope sleuthing from Hawaii and Chile, scientists confirmed it’s a comet quietly sneaking past, barely glowing. These dark comets are rare, masquerading as asteroids because they barely emit gas or dust — a cosmic disguise that makes them tough to spot. But this discovery matters: knowing if an object is a comet or asteroid helps predict its future path and potential threat. With NASA’s upcoming Near-Earth Object Surveyor mission, we’re getting better tools to find these sneaky space travelers before they become a problem. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8757257a76c752eb