Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Harvard Scientist Claims Interstellar Object May Be Alien Ship

8/24/2025

39 5

Summary

Story summary

Dr. Avi Loeb from Harvard suggests that interstellar object 31/Atlas might be an "alien spaceship" based on its light and trajectory.
Discovered in July, the object measures 12-13 miles wide and will approach the sun on October 30, 2025.
Former MoD UFO investigator Nick Pope proposes it could be a comet or asteroid, highlighting the necessity for further research.

1 of 1

Story summary

Dr. Avi Loeb from Harvard suggests that interstellar object 31/Atlas might be an "alien spaceship" based on its light and trajectory.
Discovered in July, the object measures 12-13 miles wide and will approach the sun on October 30, 2025.
Former MoD UFO investigator Nick Pope proposes it could be a comet or asteroid, highlighting the necessity for further research.