# Heads up for asteroid fans: 2003 LN6 passes Earth today, ... — June 18, 2026

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Podcast: [Space News and Weather Today – Auroras, Rocket Launches & Night Sky Viewing](https://stenobird.com/podcast/space-news-and-weather-today-auroras-rocket-launches-night-sky-viewing-6693379)
Published: 2026-06-18T07:41:19+00:00
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Duration seconds: 109

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Heads up for asteroid fans: 2003 LN6 passes Earth today, roughly 3 times the Moon's distance. It's comparable to a large aircraft, harmless, but fun to track. Portions of the podcast are made with the assistance of AI which helps us gather informaton from the NASA and other sources.

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