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

Here's where Comet 3I/ATLAS, Lemmon and SWAN are in the Halloween sky.

Contrary to allegations that 31/ATLAS is potentially hostile alien tech, the Manhattan-sized comet could provide potentially Earth-saving intel. Researchers claim that a NASA-backed campaign to track the interstellar object zipping through our solar system could help us monitor other hazardous objects in the future.

Skywatchers have a lot to look forward to in spring of 2024. You’ve likely had the total solar eclipse happening on April 8 circled on your calendar for months if you’re an enthusiast, but a comet streaking by in April is making an early appearance in ...

The universe is full of unknown celestial objects, and scientists have only begun to scratch the surface of understanding what's within and beyond our solar system. Among these many objects are comets that orbit the sun, regularly passing Earth. The "devil ...

The interstellar object 3I/ATLAS has gathered significant scientific attention, and soon it will reach its closest point to the sun.

A "devil" comet's water is strikingly similar to the water on Earth, researchers have discovered. The finding supports the idea that water was brought to our planet through comet impacts, helping set the stage for life to evolve, the team reported Aug. 8 ...