Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Nears Earth in Close Approach
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Astronomer Avi Loeb discusses the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, which recently passed Earth without incident, highlighting its long journey through the galaxy, unique features like a long anti-tail, and the importance of continued space exploration beyond the Moon and Mars. He emphasizes that 3I/ATLAS is likely a natural comet from another star, and underscores the need for vigilance against AI-generated fake content in science communication.
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