In today's image, we see comet Pons-Brooks at it was seen on March 30. The comet is approaching its perihelion or closest approach to the Sun on April 21. In addition, it could be visible during the day to those who happen to be located on the path of the total solar eclipse which occurs next Monday (April 8) across parts of North America.

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