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Large asteroid to pass near Earth on Saturday

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A 1,650-meter asteroid will pass close to Earth this Saturday.
ESA confirmed there is no risk of collision with the asteroid.
The asteroid can be observed with telescopes or large binoculars.
It is a rare occurrence for an asteroid of this size to pass this close to Earth.

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A large asteroid designated 152637 (1997 NC1) is expected to pass close to Earth on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The European Space Agency (ESA) has confirmed that the asteroid will approach at a safe distance, eliminating any risk of collision with the planet. This event presents an opportunity for skywatchers, as the asteroid may be visible with small telescopes or powerful binoculars.

Although the asteroid's size is significant—estimated to be about 1,650 meters in diameter—its passage is not unusual, as large asteroids pass near Earth every few years. In the event of a collision, the asteroid could release energy thousands of times greater than that of the world's nuclear arsenals, but experts stress that this is not a concern for the upcoming flyby. Observers in the northern hemisphere, particularly in regions experiencing nighttime, will have the best chance to observe the asteroid as it travels past Earth.

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