Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Speeds Up, Turns Blue, and Loses Its Tail

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:40am on 10 Nov 2025,Monday Science

Astronomers are tracking a mysterious interstellar comet named 3I/ATLAS, which has shown strange changes as it nears the Sun. The comet, discovered in July in Chile, is only the third known visitor from outside our solar system. NASA said it poses no threat to Earth and will pass closest in December. Scientists say it has unexpectedly sped up, turned blue, and even lost its tail. Some experts believe gas loss is pushing it forward, while others explore more unusual ideas. The comet will remain under observation as it travels toward Jupiter in 2026. (PC: NDTV)

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