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Scientists identify alleged alien metal as a conventional aerospace alloy
UFO enthusiasts claimed a recovered metallic object was evidence of extraterrestrial technology, sparking online speculation. Researchers from Indian defence and scientific institutions analyzed the material...
UFO enthusiasts claimed a recovered metallic object was evidence of extraterrestrial technology, sparking online speculation. Researchers from Indian defence and scientific institutions analyzed the material and identified it as a conventional alloy used in aerospace applications, debunking the alien claim.

Joshua Bertrand and Dave Schindele discuss UFO encounters and missile shutdowns
In the Joshua Bertrand interview, he proposes that aerogel may have been used in reverse‑engineered craft since ancient times, linking it to the Nazca lines...
In the Joshua Bertrand interview, he proposes that aerogel may have been used in reverse‑engineered craft since ancient times, linking it to the Nazca lines and his own 2004 Tic Tac encounter, though experts note several weak points in his theory. The Dave Schindele interview recounts a 1966 incident where a Minot AFB officer witnessed all ten ICBMs in his flight go offline during a UFO sighting, highlighting broader, previously concealed instances of externally‑caused missile shutdowns.

Michael Prescott argues consciousness can exist beyond the brain
Michael Prescott argues that consciousness can exist beyond the brain, using near‑death experiences as evidence for an afterlife. The article cites Greg Taylor’s five phenomena...
Michael Prescott argues that consciousness can exist beyond the brain, using near‑death experiences as evidence for an afterlife. The article cites Greg Taylor’s five phenomena supporting life after death and promotes related books.

DoD IG releases final UAP whistleblower reprisal report
A recent Department of Defense Inspector General report, obtained via FOIA and analyzed by John Greenewald, details the handling of a whistleblower complaint—linked to former...
A recent Department of Defense Inspector General report, obtained via FOIA and analyzed by John Greenewald, details the handling of a whistleblower complaint—linked to former UAP investigator David Grusch—that was initially rejected but later reinstated for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information, with the investigation finding no evidence of wrongdoing and noting extensive redactions and internal confusion over whistleblowing definitions. Concurrently, Americans for Safe Aerospace’s white paper highlights how the medicalization of UFO sightings suppresses safety data and backs a 2025‑reintroduced bill aimed at protecting pilots who report UAPs.

Jessica Grose attends a near-death studies conference with 700 experiencers
The piece follows journalist Jessica Grose at the International Association of Near Death Studies conference, where 700 near‑death experiencers discuss how their experiences profoundly alter...
The piece follows journalist Jessica Grose at the International Association of Near Death Studies conference, where 700 near‑death experiencers discuss how their experiences profoundly alter their outlook on life. It also features a conversation with researcher Laurel Waterman on consciousness beyond the brain and its implications for education.

Hikers in Mexico report a mysterious light on the coast
The article reviews three recent Latin American UFO sightings, including a mysterious light heard by hikers on Mexico’s coast, a blurred bird photo from Argentina,...
The article reviews three recent Latin American UFO sightings, including a mysterious light heard by hikers on Mexico’s coast, a blurred bird photo from Argentina, and a disputed saucer sighting in Brazil, ultimately leaning toward human explanations. It also questions whether holiday-season UFO reports are influenced by festive lights or genuine encounters.

Searches find no alien signals from interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS
Astronomers scanning interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS detected no alien signals or technology, bolstering the view that the fast‑moving visitor is a natural object. As the third...
Astronomers scanning interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS detected no alien signals or technology, bolstering the view that the fast‑moving visitor is a natural object. As the third confirmed interstellar object, 3I/ATLAS is now receding and will soon slip beyond the reach of most instruments.

The Pentagon is rebranding unexplained aerial phenomena as threats
The article claims the Pentagon is shifting its narrative on unexplained aerial phenomena, recasting previously awe‑inspiring events as national security threats. It argues this rebranding...
The article claims the Pentagon is shifting its narrative on unexplained aerial phenomena, recasting previously awe‑inspiring events as national security threats. It argues this rebranding serves to tighten military control over the UAP discussion and justify heightened scrutiny.

Mysterious lights over Miami Valley traced to fireworks and reflective particles
The bright, moving lights seen over the Miami Valley were initially rumored to be UFOs, but investigators traced them to a local fireworks display and...
The bright, moving lights seen over the Miami Valley were initially rumored to be UFOs, but investigators traced them to a local fireworks display and reflective particles from a nearby construction site. Officials confirmed there was no extraterrestrial activity involved.

Letter examines a demonic thought experiment and observer expectations
In this New Scientist letter, Derek Bolton reflects on a recent ‘demonic thought experiment’ that examines how reality might be shaped by the observer’s expectations,...
In this New Scientist letter, Derek Bolton reflects on a recent ‘demonic thought experiment’ that examines how reality might be shaped by the observer’s expectations, referencing a December 2025 article. He argues that the scenario highlights the limits of conventional scientific reasoning when confronting phenomena that defy ordinary explanation.

UFO and UAP research with Dr. Kevin Knuth on WAMC
Dr. Kevin Knuth appeared on WAMC on January 7, 2026 to discuss the latest findings and scientific approaches to UFO/UAP phenomena. He highlighted the importance...
Dr. Kevin Knuth appeared on WAMC on January 7, 2026 to discuss the latest findings and scientific approaches to UFO/UAP phenomena. He highlighted the importance of rigorous data analysis and interdisciplinary collaboration to advance understanding of these unexplained aerial events.

Center for UFO Studies publishes 2025 year-in-review timeline
CUFOS senior George Eberhart published his annual 2025 UFO timeline, linking 597 catalogued events and highlighting key incidents. Notable highlights include Robert Lea’s debunking of...
CUFOS senior George Eberhart published his annual 2025 UFO timeline, linking 597 catalogued events and highlighting key incidents. Notable highlights include Robert Lea’s debunking of the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS as non‑alien, Avi Loeb’s critique of that claim and the CIA’s “neither deny nor confirm” stance, and Germany’s record‑high sightings dismissed by CENAP.

California mother reports rocks thrown near tent while camping near Mount Baldy
In November 2025 a California mother camping with her son and nephews near Mount Baldy reported soft‑ball‑sized rocks striking the area around their tent while...
In November 2025 a California mother camping with her son and nephews near Mount Baldy reported soft‑ball‑sized rocks striking the area around their tent while hearing coyote howls and an unusually long howl that may have been a Bigfoot. The incident, recorded by the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization, highlights how anomalous howls can be differentiated from ordinary wildlife sounds.

Garry Nolan discusses UAP disclosure efforts and congressional staffer roadblocks
Matt Ford and Stanford immunologist Garry Nolan discuss their UFO research, the easing of stigma, and argue that congressional staffers, not elected officials, are blocking...
Matt Ford and Stanford immunologist Garry Nolan discuss their UFO research, the easing of stigma, and argue that congressional staffers, not elected officials, are blocking UAP disclosure legislation while the government continues to steer the narrative. The episode also references Jacques Vallée’s view that governments react to but do not control the phenomenon, emphasizing the need for trusted leadership to achieve genuine disclosure.

Screening of UFO/UAP briefing for America’s rocket pioneers
The Verde Independent announced a public screening of a briefing on unidentified aerial phenomena aimed at America’s rocket pioneers, highlighting recent government disclosures and industry...
The Verde Independent announced a public screening of a briefing on unidentified aerial phenomena aimed at America’s rocket pioneers, highlighting recent government disclosures and industry interest. The event seeks to inform and engage aerospace professionals about potential implications for future spaceflight and national security.
Authorities probe report of unexplained incident involving the Blueshirts
The piece describes a bizarre incident in which members of a group dubbed the Blueshirts reportedly had their legs mysteriously removed, an event attributed to...
The piece describes a bizarre incident in which members of a group dubbed the Blueshirts reportedly had their legs mysteriously removed, an event attributed to an unidentified aerial phenomenon and explicitly stating that the alleged “elite Igor” was not involved. Authorities are probing the claim, but no definitive explanation has emerged.

Michael Grosso says reading may be a psychic phenomenon
Philosopher Michael Grosso speculates that reading might be a psychic phenomenon while warning that modern media are eroding our attention and capacity to engage with...
Philosopher Michael Grosso speculates that reading might be a psychic phenomenon while warning that modern media are eroding our attention and capacity to engage with the written word. He also warns of climate and nuclear threats, proposing that consciousness emerges from a transpersonal field and urging a hopeful inner awakening as an antidote to collective despair.

David Luke appointed Perrott-Warrick Senior Researcher at Cambridge
David Luke, a researcher of transpersonal and anomalous experiences, has been promoted to full professor as Professor of Exceptional Experience and appointed Perrott‑Warrick Senior Researcher...
David Luke, a researcher of transpersonal and anomalous experiences, has been promoted to full professor as Professor of Exceptional Experience and appointed Perrott‑Warrick Senior Researcher at Cambridge to pursue parapsychology. He also founded the Psychedelic and Exceptional Experience Lab, will focus on nature and building a “dream temple,” and has passed his undergraduate module leadership to a former PhD student.

DoD FOIA release shows media narratives on UAPs were compiled without internal talks
A recent FOIA release shows the Department of Defense compiled external media narratives on UAPs without including internal discussions, while a new interview with former...
A recent FOIA release shows the Department of Defense compiled external media narratives on UAPs without including internal discussions, while a new interview with former UK MoD UFO investigator Nick Pope highlights ongoing interest in alien contact and low UFO report numbers in Northern Ireland. The piece also notes speculation that President Trump may soon disclose classified UFO imagery, tying together U.S., UK, and Vatican‑related UFO discourse.

Rhett Ayers Butler argues for broader scientific study of UFO reports and UAPs
Rhett Ayers Butler argues that the gatekeepers of science have historically excluded long‑standing observations—such as UFO reports—from legitimate study, privileging mainstream academic standards. He urges...
Rhett Ayers Butler argues that the gatekeepers of science have historically excluded long‑standing observations—such as UFO reports—from legitimate study, privileging mainstream academic standards. He urges a broader, more inclusive definition of science that respects indigenous and outsider knowledge and allows phenomena like UAPs to be investigated on equal footing.