New images of interstellar object 3I/ATLAS show giant 'jet' shooting toward the sun

Newly released images reveal interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS shooting a massive jet of gas and dust toward the sun, demonstrating typical comet behavior as it heats up during its solar approach. The alien visitor, originating from an unknown star system, represents the largest interstellar object ever detected at 3-7 miles wide. 3I/ATLAS will reach its closest point to the sun on October 29, giving astronomers a rare opportunity to study how this ancient cosmic traveler changes.