Could the remains of a ‘dead’ comet still be in the solar system? Astronomers are still searching 6 years later The fate of a comet that was predicted to pass close to Earth remains a mystery five years after its dramatic breakup in the inner solar system. Astrobitica February 11, 2026 (Last updated: February 11, 2026) 1 minute read The fate of a comet that was predicted to pass close to Earth remains a mystery five years after its dramatic breakup in the inner solar system. About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts Post navigation Previous: China tests crewed spacecraft abort and rocket recovery in major lunar milestoneNext: Can Life Begin on a Moon Without a Sun?