HaleBopp comet still visible

The HaleBopp comet will continue to be visible in the evening skies until mid May, and for months afterwards in more southerly…

The HaleBopp comet will continue to be visible in the evening skies until mid May, and for months afterwards in more southerly regions, a new Irish astronomy magazine has stressed. Astronomy and Space is preparing a special edition on the comet and has asked for pictures, paintings and written comments. For more information, contact Mr David Moore, editor, tel: 01 459-8883.

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