Harvard scientist continues to claim Oumuamua is an alien probe directed to Earth

Harvard scientist continues to claim Oumuamua is an alien probe directed to Earth

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Omu Amua, an interstellar object, was first observed in October 2017 using the Pan Stars telescope in Hawaii. It has a unique shape and acceleration, sparking debate about its nature. Some scientists consider it an asteroid or comet, while others suggest extraterrestrial origins. A paper by Abraham Loeb proposes it might be a space probe powered by solar sail technology. The object's reddish color could be due to interstellar dust, and its trajectory might indicate it is an alien probe intentionally passing by.

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