Mysterious Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS: Why October 29 Perihelion Could Reveal Its True Nature

Oct 27, 2025 06:41 pm CST

On October 29, the enigmatic interstellar object 3I/ATLAS reaches perihelion, displaying baffling characteristics including an anti-solar tail, industrial chemicals, and behavior that has led some scientists to question whether it's natural or artificial. While NASA confirms it poses no threat to Earth, multiple space telescopes are tracking this mysterious visitor to determine its true origins and composition.