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Did a medieval flying monk spot Halley's comet, twice? It's complicated
University of Leicester historian thinks Eilmer of Malmesbury saw two different comets: in 1018 and 1066
Ars Technica โ 14 June 2026
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University of Leicester historian thinks Eilmer of Malmesbury saw two different comets: in 1018 and 1066
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