The claim that interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS was an alien probe was always ridiculous. It was an exceptional comet for sure, but if it looks like a comet and moves like a comet, you should first and ...

Astronomers studying the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS say it could be a 12‑billion‑year‑old relic formed in near‑absolute‑zero conditions, while Nasa dismisses claims it is an alien probe.

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS was first spotted in our solar system in July 2025. Since its arrival, scientists have been confident it is a natural comet, but its rare interstellar origin made it an ...