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Comet 3I/ATLAS nears a rare NASA spacecraft encounter

The interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is currently making its way through our solar system at a staggering speed of 130,000 mph.
PRIMETIMER

Why is 3I/Atlas sparking both scientific curiosity and alien invasion theories across the world?

I/Atlas, the third interstellar comet, sparks science and speculation, NASA data vs Avi Loeb’s questions, alleged ’signals’, and why it isn’t an alien threat.
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What is 3I/ATLAS? Here's what NASA says about this rare interstellar celestial visitor

followed by the comet Borisov in 2019. The closest 3I/ATLAS will approach Earth is about 170 million miles, according ...

Inside NASA’s 3I/ATLAS campaign: How a harmless comet could help stop deadly asteroids in the future

NASA and the International Asteroid Warning Network have launched a global campaign to track comet 3I/ATLAS and strengthen ...
PRIMETIMER

What is the Loeb Scale, and how is 3I/ATLAS rated on it by the Harvard physicist?

Harvard physicist Avi Loeb has drawn attention for his take on the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, which was officially observed on July 1, 2025. According to NASA, “comet” 3I/ATLAS is the “third known ...

Is comet 3I/Atlas a space ship? What to know about Harvard professor's theory

As 3I/Atlas neared its closest point to the sun in its orbit, the internet was abuzz with curiosity about the comet.

Harvard scientist accuses NASA of ‘hiding’ critical evidence about Manhattan-sized comet 3I/ATLAS

Scientist Avi Loeb has accused NASA of withholding critical information about 3I/ATLAS — the Manhattan-sized interstellar ...