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Brazil
Folha (PT)
National & Local
In the Wake of Halley, a Novel Revisits the Silences of the Dictatorship and Democratization
In 1986, the Halley comet passed near Earth, reflecting Brazil's political atmosphere of tension and hope during the transition from a military dictatorship to democracy.
Feb 21 • 02:00 UTC
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Argentina
Clarin (ES)
National & Local
Halley's Comet May Have the Wrong Name: The Research That Reclaims an 11th Century Monk
Research suggests Halley's Comet may have been identified centuries earlier by a Benedictine monk, potentially challenging its currently recognized name.
Feb 20 • 12:12 UTC
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Brazil
G1 (PT)
National & Local
Gold Series: 1st night will honor samba artists, exalt the Northeast, Halley comet and mystical beings
The 1st night of the Gold Series in Rio de Janeiro showcases samba schools competing for a spot in the elite Group Special, with themes of homage and cultural celebration.
Feb 13 • 03:01 UTC
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Estonia
Postimees
World
New study: English monk Eilmer noticed the periodicity of Halley's comet as early as the 11th century
A new study reveals that an 11th-century monk observed the famous comet that would later be named Halley's Comet, first as a child and then as an adult.
Feb 5 • 05:00 UTC