Science & Technology

Failed Prediction of a Catastrophic Comet Strike

Mathematician William Whiston predicted a comet's approach to Earth, claiming it would strike the planet. The comet, associated with earlier sightings and calculations, was expected to cause widespread devastation. As the predicted date came and went without incident, public interest and scrutiny shifted. Whiston, known for his translation of Josephus, faced scrutiny from peers and the scientific community regarding his methods and predictions.

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