The Mount Shasta Stargazers astronomy club will host a presentation on interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS to separate fact from rumor about the comet being an alien spacecraft.

Club member and presenter John Rogers will discuss the latest observations and scientific data on the comet, also known as C/2025 N1. The presentation aims to clarify facts and dispel myths surrounding the comet, which has garnered attention online, Rogers said.

He also plans to address misconceptions, such as alleged course changes and claims of alien origins. He is expected to highlight verified information about the comet's discovery, composition and behavior after its closest approach to the sun. The presentation will include expert analyses from NASA and leading astronomers, Rogers said.

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