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President Trump promised to declassify government files on aliens and UFOs, a move that highlights how selective disclosures feed long-running conspiracy theories; researchers say such beliefs reflect deeper political and social narratives, not just partisan bias, with polling showing many Americans believe in extraterrestrials and some think they've visited Earth.
Interest in extraterrestrial life has surged again after Obama said aliens are real but offered no evidence; the piece traces past presidents’ ties to UFO lore—from Carter’s 1969 sighting and Voyager records to Reagan’s use of an alien threat metaphor and Clinton’s Area 51 research—alongside ongoing calls for government transparency and rumors of a forthcoming Trump speech, all against a backdrop of polls suggesting a majority of Americans believe extraterrestrial life exists.
Former President Barack Obama said the universe is vast enough that life elsewhere is likely, but he found no evidence of extraterrestrial contact during his presidency. His clarification followed a podcast interview that sparked alien-speculation and came after a prior joke about Area 51; the piece also notes historical UFO programs and NASA findings as context for ongoing space intrigue without proof of visitors.
Former President Barack Obama clarified on social media that while the universe’s vastness makes life elsewhere statistically plausible, the odds of Earth being visited by aliens are low; he said he saw no evidence of contact during his presidency and joked that aliens aren’t being kept in Area 51, noting his comments were made in the spirit of a speed-round on a podcast and later clarified on Instagram.
Sigourney Weaver revealed she once stood up to James Cameron on the set of 'Aliens' in 1986, defending a young actress from Cameron's yelling. She noted that Cameron has since mellowed and reflected on his tough directing style during the challenging production of 'The Abyss.' Despite past difficulties, Weaver continues to work with Cameron on the 'Avatar' franchise.
The article discusses Comet 3I/ATLAS, an interstellar object, emphasizing that while the idea of aliens is often speculated upon, the focus should be on scientific investigation and understanding the comet's unique properties, as the search for extraterrestrial life should come after exploring all other possibilities and uncertainties.
Tennessee Congressman Tim Burchett claimed that alien entities are present on Earth, emerging from deep water areas, and referenced military sightings of unidentified underwater crafts, amid ongoing discussions about UFOs and UAPs in Congress. The claims are met with skepticism, highlighting the long history of UFO fascination among US officials.
In 'Alien: Earth' Episode 6, chaos erupts on Neverland as alien creatures escape and sabotage intensifies, revealing complex human and synthetic characters grappling with morality, control, and the consequences of their actions amidst a backdrop of extraterrestrial horror and corporate greed.
Emma Stone expressed her belief in aliens during a press conference at the Venice Film Festival, citing Carl Sagan's philosophy that it would be narcissistic to think we are alone in the universe, amidst promoting her new film Bugonia, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos.
A massive wave anomaly, larger than Texas, was detected off the coast of Africa, sparking a global mystery and various theories including the existence of aliens or a giant sea creature. The anomaly, captured by a weather-mapping system, appeared to move through the ocean for about 24 hours before vanishing, leading to speculation and debate on social media. Some suggested it could be an "unidentified submersible object," while others dismissed it as a system error. The company behind the weather-mapping app, Ventusky, has not provided further information about the anomaly.
Forensic experts in Peru have determined that two doll-like figures and a three-fingered hand seized by customs authorities are not of extraterrestrial origin, but rather made with paper, glue, metal, and human and animal bones. This conclusion contradicts claims made by some individuals, including Mexican journalist José Jaime Maussan, who presented supposed mummies found in Peru as non-human beings. The objects were intended for a Mexican citizen, and the prosecutor's office is still investigating ownership.
Forensic experts in Peru have debunked claims that two doll-like figures and a three-fingered hand seized by customs authorities are of extraterrestrial origin, revealing that they were made with paper, glue, metal, and human and animal bones. The intended recipient of the objects was a Mexican citizen, and the findings contradict assertions made by Mexican journalist José Jaime Maussan and some lawmakers about the objects being non-human beings. The dolls were found to be assembled with bones of animals from Earth and modern synthetic glues, while the alleged three-finger hand was created with human bones.
Astrophysicist Adam Frank discusses his new book, "The Little Book of Aliens," which explores the possibilities of alien life. He emphasizes that the discovery of any form of life, whether simple unicellular organisms or intelligent beings, would be a groundbreaking achievement. Frank also addresses the topic of UFO sightings, highlighting the need for scientific methods to establish public knowledge. He explores the possibilities of interstellar travel and discusses various techniques for discovering intelligent extraterrestrial life, such as analyzing chemical signatures in alien atmospheres. Frank believes that the discovery of intelligent aliens would be the most significant event in human history, fundamentally changing our understanding of the universe and the meaning of being human. He predicts that we may have relevant data within the lifetime of current generations, thanks to advances in technology like the James Webb Space Telescope. Finally, Frank explains technosignatures and how they could be used to detect technological activity on distant worlds.
As part of the upcoming 60th Anniversary of Doctor Who, BBC Future highlights seven intriguing facts about aliens. The Apollo 11 mission had strict anti-contamination procedures in place to prevent lunar bugs from entering Earth's oceans, potentially causing catastrophic consequences. Scientists believe that ocean moons within our solar system, such as Europa and Enceladus, could be the best places to search for extraterrestrial life due to their similarities to Earth's deep ocean vents. Major space missions are being planned to explore these moons and uncover the potential for life in alien oceans.
This article explores 10 mind-blowing facts about space, including the mysteries of extraterrestrial life, the potential for human colonization of other planets, the destructive power of black holes, and what to do if encountering an alien. It highlights the vastness and beauty of space, leaving readers in awe of the wonders that lie beyond our planet.