The Comet C/2020 or 'Neowise' is seen in the sky behind St Mark's Tower, a 17th century coastal fortification in Malta, July 12. REUTERS/Darrin Zammit Lupi
Blain's Morning Porridge - July 20 2020: Time of the Comet?
“When beggars die, there are no comets seen; the heavens themselves blaze forth the death of princes.”
Forget the markets… Have you seen the Comet?
Worry not about the EU failing to agree a deal over a long weekend negotiating - but agreeing to talk more about it later today. Fret not about how last week’s strong US bank earnings might be anaesthetising us to worse numbers from US industry still to come. Don’t stress about the deepening China vs World standoff, or how China’s Ambassador strenuously claims the manacled prisoners were on their way out for nice day by the seaside. Have no concerns about how the US equity market seems unable to breach key phycological levels. Be calm about the absolute lack of market conviction. And don’t give a fig for rising Coronavirus hotspots or the US Dr Fauci being “a bit alarmist”.. I know who I would trust between Trump or the good doctor.
I shall return to markets later – much later – but for now I most strongly suggest get up very early tomorrow morning (about 2 am) and focus on the Northern Sky. It will reward you.
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WNU Editor: For those who are new to the blog, I am an amateur astronomer. Saw the comet last night. One word describes what I saw .... "incredible". If you are outside the city limits take the opportunity to try and see it. You will be rewarded with one of natures brilliant shows.