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Trump Releases UFO Files with Rollout of New “Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System for UAP Encounters” (PURSUE)
The Pentagon has released U.S. documents related to UFOs under its Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System for UAP Encounters (PURSUE).
Review: In an Age of Disinformation, “Saucers, Spooks and Kooks” is the Real Disclosure Film
If you’re tired of never-ending promises of UFO disclosure, have I got a movie for you.
All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office Hosts Private Workshop with Civilian Researchers, Universities, and Government Agencies
A recent AARO report outlines new standards for data collection, AI use, privacy, and civilian collaboration in advancing UAP research.
“We’ve Got Our People Working on It Right Now”: Defense Secretary Provides Update on Pentagon Disclosure of UFO Files
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says Pentagon officials are currently working to initiate the release of government files on UFOs.
Trump Orders Release of Alien and UFO Files, But There’s a Catch: Nothing Is Declassified, Yet
Trump orders UFO files released—but without declassification, the most sensitive evidence could remain hidden from public view.
“They’re Real, But I Haven’t Seen Them”: Former President Obama Issues Statement After “Alien” Remarks Go Viral
Comments by former President Barack Obama sparked debate online this Valentine’s Day weekend, after a podcast appearance where he said extraterrestrials were real.
Caso Histórico de OVNI no Brasil Chega ao Capitólio Nos 30 Anos do Incidente de Varginha
Leslie Kean e Ralph Blumenthal relatam as discussões entre legisladores americanos e testemunhas brasileiras, marcando o terceiro aniversário do "Incidente OVNI de Varginha".
Landmark Brazilian UFO Case Reaches Capitol Hill as Varginha Incident Turns 30
Leslie Kean and Ralph Blumenthal report on discussions between U.S. lawmakers and Brazilian witnesses marking the thirtieth anniversary of the "Varginha UFO Incident."
“UAlbany Project X”: How a Team of New York Physicists is Launching a Cutting-Edge Investigation into Aerial Mysteries
Physicists at the University at Albany have launched 'UAlbany Project X,' a long-term scientific study of unidentified anomalous phenomena.
A Well Regulated UAP Industry: Why ‘The UAP Registration Act’ is a Better Path to Disclosure
In this op-ed, Sean Munger, an attorney and former Marine Corps intelligence analyst, introduces the Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Registration Act (UAPRA).
Could the Hidden Answer to Fermi’s Paradox Be Stealth AI Probes?
Where Is everybody? The answer to Fermi's famous paradox may be lurking closer than we expected... and it could involve stealth AI probes.
Will the Declassification Task Force or President Trump Compel the DoD to Release its Trove of Unclassified UAP Videos?
Christopher Mellon offers perspectives on the need for reducing unnecessary secrecy regarding the management of unclassified U.S. government videos of unidentifed aerial phenomena (UAP).
Canada’s UAP Challenges: Will the Government Act on the Sky Canada Project Report?
Member of Parliament Larry Maguire discusses the Sky Canada Project initiative examining unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) in Canada.
Closing UAP Information Gaps to Advance National Security: Some Suggestions for Congress and the New Administration
Christopher Mellon, who served two decades in the Intelligence Community, provides considerations for enhancing Congressional oversight and advancing our understanding of UAP.
The FBI Confirms It Has a Secretive “UAP Working Group,” but Agents Now Worry Their Jobs Could Be in Jeopardy
A small group of agents within the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) following up on reports of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) are now facing a more immediate concern: job uncertainty.
Could an Alien Signal Reach Earth by 2029? Scientists Say It’s Still a Possibility
Predictions about when we might discover an alien signal from an intelligent civilization remain accurate, according to scientists.
“Surprising Link” Between UAP Sightings and Economic Conditions Revealed in Controversial New Research
New research reveals a surprising connection between UAP sightings and financial conditions across the United States.
Academics, Investors, and UAP Seekers Unite at the 2024 Sol Foundation Symposium
In November, academics, investors, and researchers convened to discuss the state of UAP research at the 2024 Sol Foundation Symposium in San Francisco, California.
Where The Second UAP Disclosure Act Failure May Now Steer The Ark of Human History
J.P. Hague, Barrister-at-Law, returns to address the ongoing legislative path and outcome of the Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Disclosure Act.
National Science Foundation Hosts Interagency Meeting on Disruptive Technology with UAP in Focus
The advancement of low Earth orbit technologies and addressing challenges like UAP were among the issues discussed during a recent meeting hosted by the National Science Foundation.
Pentagon Says No Evidence of Foreign Adversaries as Federal Investigators Remain Baffled by Mystery Drone Sightings
Federal officials in the U.S. are ramping up efforts to get to the bottom of ongoing sightings of mystery drones over New Jersey.
Mystery Drones Invading New Jersey Airspace Are Keeping Officials on Edge as Feds Probe for Answers
Ongoing sightings of mysterious drones in the skies over New Jersey have sparked alarm among residents as officials continue to investigate the odd nightly incursions.
Canadian MP Larry Maguire Urges Canadians to Sign UAP Transparency Petition
A new UAP transparency petition is urging the Canadian government to establish a task force and standardize its investigative protocols.
“We Do Have Some Very Anomalous Objects,” New Director of Pentagon’s UAP Investigations Tells Lawmakers
The director of the Pentagon’s All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office confirmed to lawmakers on Tuesday that the U.S. is investigating "some very anomalous objects."
Former Officials Warn Lawmakers of Alleged Secret UAP Programs Operating Beyond Congressional Oversight
A group of former government officials and disclosure advocates recently told lawmakers the U.S. is not being transparent enough on UAP.
UAP Transparency Under Trump 2.0: What the New Administration Could Mean for UFO Disclosure
Donald Trump's return to the White House raises questions about what role his administration might play in the push for transparency on UAP.
Galileo Project Releases Commissioning Data on Half a Million Aerial Objects: Are Any of Them UAP?
The Galileo Project has released the commissioning data from its first Observatory at Harvard University in a new scientific paper.
Inside America’s UFO Cults: A Look at Manipulation and Misinformation in the UFO Counterculture
In his new documentary "Dark Alliance," filmmaker Darcy Weir presents a case study in the dangers of manipulation and the spread of misinformation in the UFO community.
National UFO Historical Records Center Opens New Facility, Showcasing Largest UFO Archive in North America
America's most extensive collection of original historical documents related to UFOs has just found a new home.
Canadian Lawmaker Calls for Increased Transparency After Images Surface of UAP Shot Down Over Yukon Territory
Canadian lawmaker Larry Maguire calls for increased transparency and investigations into UAPs following a February 2023 shootdown over Yukon territory.
Opinion: IMMACULATE CONSTELLATION? Could The Government Really Hide a Secret UFO Program?
A new whistleblower says the U.S. has a secret UFO program, which begs the question, could the government really keep that kind of secret?
Alien Visitation Beliefs Are “Spiraling Out of Control,” Becoming a Societal Problem, Warns Prominent Philosopher
In a recent paper, a prominent philosopher argues that increased belief in alien visitation is fast becoming a widespread societal issue.
Donald Trump Reveals He Interviewed U.S. Military Pilots Who Encountered Round UFO “They Cannot Explain”
Donald Trump reportedly interviewed several U.S. military pilots about their firsthand UFO encounters while in office, the former President recently revealed.
The Pentagon’s Official UAP Investigative Office Has a New Full-Time Director
The All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) announced on Monday that Dr. Jon T. Kosloski has been selected as its new full-time director.
Interstellar Sun-Divers: Probing the Sun’s Corona for Exotic Artifacts
NASA's Parker Solar Probe and other space observatories could be used to study interstellar "Sun-divers." What else could they reveal?
Academics Unite to Bring Humanities to the Study of Aerial Mysteries at Society for UAP Studies Event
Academics with the Society for UAP Studies are calling for deeper involvement from professionals in the study of UAP.
Scientists and Government Officials Convene in Paris to Explore UAP Science, Testimonies, and Policy
On May 14 and 15, 2024, the French Astronautics and Aeronautics Association (3AF) held a major conference on Unidentified Aerospace Phenomena (UAP) in Paris.
How Would Humans React to Contact with Extraterrestrials? UK Researchers Seek Answers in New Survey
A new survey looks at how humans might react to eventual contact with extraterrestrials, or whether some form of contact might have already occurred.
NASA Has Little to Say About UFOs as Anniversary of Study Team Report’s Release Nears
NASA officials seem reluctant to discuss the agency’s status regarding UAP as the anniversary of the release of an official agency report looms near.
Study Finds UFO Witnesses May Have Personality Traits That Increase Likelihood of Sightings
UFO witnesses may possess specific personality traits that increase their likelihood of encountering such phenomena.
Aviation Safety and Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Discussed at the European Parliament
Aviation safety and other potential concerns arising from UAP were discussed during a recent conference at the European Parliament.
Japan Launches UAP Investigation Following U.S. Report Identifying Region as “Hotspot” for Sightings
Japanese lawmakers are launching an investigation into UAP incidents, citing concerns over possible foreign surveillance efforts.
SpaceX Starlink “Extreme Flaring” Increases Reported UAP Sightings and Poses Aviation Risks, New Research Finds
New research shows SpaceX's Starlink satellites can cause extreme flaring, confusing airline pilots and complicating UAP tracking.
UAPs in Canada: A Conversation with MP Larry Maguire on Disclosure, Transparency, and Government Action
In a conversation with The Debrief, Canadian MP Larry Maguire shares his thoughts on the UAP subject and the Canadian government's position on these phenomena.
This Well-Known UFO Debunker is Skeptical of the DoD’s Recent Investigations into Aerial Mysteries. Here’s Why.
A prominent UFO skeptic says he has a few problems with recent investigations by the DoD's All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office.
The New Director of GEIPAN, France’s Official UAP Investigative Office, Discusses Science and the Study of Aerial Mysteries
In an exclusive interview, The Debrief sits down with Frédéric Courtade, the new chief of France's official government UAP investigative office GEIPAN.
The Pentagon’s New UAP Report is Seriously Flawed
In an exhaustive analysis, Christopher Mellon breaks down why the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office's new UAP report is seriously flawed.
Paris Technical Conference Takes a Closer Look at Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena
A technical conference in Paris late last year examined the questions international experts have on regarding aerial mysteries.
UAP Advocates Rally at Senator Schumer’s Office in New York as Efforts Mobilize Across 45 States
Advocates for the disclosure of U.S. records involving UAP will attend a rally in New York this week in support of the transparency efforts of Senator Chuck Schumer.
Fragmented Facts: AARO Report Unearths Odd Claims Involving U.S. Recovery of Material From 1952 UFO Incident
Was a fragment shot off a UFO near Washington D.C. in 1952? There may be more to this seemingly dubious story than meets the eye... but you wouldn't know that from reading AARO's recent, deeply flawed historical report.
Pentagon UAP Report Says No Evidence U.S. Has Collected Exotic Technology, Kept Programs Hidden from Congress
A new Pentagon UAP report says it found no evidence of extraterrestrial technology or secret programs being kept from Congress.
UAP Incident Over the Gulf of Mexico Revealed by U.S. Congressman Confirmed in Newly Declassified Files and Images
New details involving a military pilot UAP encounter have come to light, following the release of documents in response to a FOIA request.
“Shooting Down Souls… Good Luck with That”: Some Paradoxical Thoughts on the UFO Phenomenon from a Historian of Religions
Historian of religions Jeffrey Kripal, Ph.D., looks at a few of the paradoxes that arise in the study of the UFO phenomenon.
The Sol Foundation, Academia’s New UAP Think Tank, Releases Videos of Lectures from Its Inaugural Symposium
Videos of presentations featured during the Sol Foundation symposium have now been made freely available to the public.
The Vanishing Star Enigma and the 1952 Washington D.C. UFO Wave
Astronomer Beatriz Villarroel examines the enigma of "vanishing stars" in relation to the famous 1952 Washington D.C. UFO incident.
Salvatore Pais’s Mysterious ‘UFO patents’: What Do They Really Mean?
Whatever technologies these "UFO patents" may represent, they aren’t reverse-engineered UAP technology, argues philosopher Bernardo Kastrup.
Opinion: Non-Human Intelligence at the Threshold
Computer scientist Jacques Vallée examines the question of non-human intelligence, and the potential impacts of human decisionmaking at the intersection of AI and UAP.
New Bipartisan Bill Aims to Strengthen UAP Reporting from Civilian Pilots and Aviation Personnel
A new bill, the 'Safe Airspace for Americans Act' aims to encourage reports of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) from pilots.
Pilot’s Bizarre Encounter With 30-Foot-Tall Triangular UFO Prompts Aviation Safety Concerns
A bizarre incident unfolded in the skies above Frederick County, Maryland, last month as a private pilot reported a mid-air encounter with a 30-foot-tall triangular UFO.
UAPs and Non-Human Intelligence: What Is the Most Reasonable Scenario?
Philosopher and computer scientist Bernardo Kastrup, Ph.D., presents a thought-provoking argument for the terrestrial origins of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP).
A Dramatic Dilution of the Disclosure Process: A Temporary Shore Break Against The Waves of Change?
J.P. Hague, Barrister-at-Law, offers an international perspective on the legislative path and outcome of the Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Act of 2023, also known as the “Schumer Amendment.”
All Habitable Worlds Come to an End
How many tragedies of alien civilizations on habitable worlds have we missed over the 13.8 billion years that elapsed since the Big Bang?
It’s Time to Think Beyond the Science and National Security Framework When It Comes to Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena
Now is the time for us to begin taking a serious, multi-spectrum view of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP).
Canadian Journalist Hires Law Firm After Being Denied Access to Files on UAP Sightings at Nuclear Power Facilities
A Canadian journalist has enlisted the aid of a law firm to help appeal a decision involving the denial of access to records about UAP sightings over Canadian nuclear power facilities.
UAP Disclosure Act Receives Pushback From Lawmakers on Capitol Hill, as Bipartisan Fight for Transparency Continues
A bipartisan measure aiming for disclosure of U.S. government records related to UFOs now hangs in the balance, according to sources who say it has come under fire by top politicians in Washington.
Are UAPs Relics from an Earlier Technological Civilization on Earth?
Is it possible that a devastating event was caused 252 million years ago by industrial pollution from an ancient technological civilization?
Disclosure and National Security: Should the U.S. Government Reveal What It Knows About UAP?
Should our elected officials seek out and initiate disclosure of information the U.S. government possesses about unidentified anomalous phenomena?
Did Microphones Recently Capture the ‘Mystery Sound’ of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena?
A mystery sound was recently recorded with instruments at the Galileo Project Observatory at Harvard University. What caused it?
Pentagon Confirms Retirement of AARO Director Sean Kirkpatrick, as New Deputy Director is Named
The Pentagon has confirmed Sean Kirkpatrick, current Director of the DoD's All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office, will be retiring before the end of the year.
Regulation vs. Eminent Domain: An Alternate Approach to ‘The Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Disclosure Act of 2023’
An attorney explores the ethical, legal, and practical challenges that may be associated with the current language that appears in the Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) Disclosure Act of 2023.
Why Is the United Kingdom So Far Behind on UAP Policy?
Despite official denials, there's evidence suggesting the UK government is still engaged in monitoring UAPs. Now is the time for a more transparent approach to foster understanding and support affected individuals.
Pentagon Launches Secure Reporting Mechanism for U.S. Personnel with Knowledge of Government UAP Programs
The Pentagon’s All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) has just launched a secure portal for receiving information from U.S. personnel.
New U.S. Government Report Details Latest Findings in the Pentagon’s Investigations of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena
A classified report detailing the Pentagon’s latest findings in its ongoing investigations into Unidentified Aerial Phenomena, or UAP, has been delivered to Congress, the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has revealed.
U.S. Department of Energy UAP Documents Reveal Puzzling Aerial Incursions Near American Nuclear Sites
Documents released by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) reveal new details involving unauthorized drones incidents and UAP sightings.
Stealth Extraterrestrial AI Probes: Reconsidering the UAP Mystery
Could some UAP sightings represent stealth extraterrestrial AI probes? A pair of Cornell regional science students explore this hypothetical solution to the UAP Mystery.
NASA’s UAP Independent Study Team Publishes Its Findings, as the Agency Appoints a New NASA Director of UAP Research
A report by NASA’s UAP Independent Study Team has called for better data, and reveals the appointment of a new NASA Director of UAP Research.
The Sol Foundation: How a New Think Tank of Academics is Applying ‘Cutting-Edge Research’ to the UAP Mystery
In an exclusive interview, Garry Nolan and Peter Skafish speak with The Debrief about the Sol Foundation, and how it aims to reframe the debate on UAP.
The All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office Has Finally Launched Its Official Website. Here’s What’s Missing.
The All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) that oversees the Pentagon’s investigations into UAP finally has its own website.
Pilot UFO Sightings Collected by NASA Reveal Serious Safety Concerns Over Objects in U.S. Airspace
Incident reports describing recent U.S. pilot UFO sightings in controlled airspace convey the serious concerns aviators have about potential collisions with unknown objects, The Debrief has learned.
Encountering Aliens: Exploring The Fascinating Speculative Science of Extraterrestrial Intelligence, Physiology and Technology
Whether one is inspired by recent UAP news, or advances in space exploration, many believe that extraterrestrial intelligence exists. How soon might we finally discover it?
Will Disclosure Occur Before Scientists Obtain Evidence of UAP? Recruiting Panelists from the Bar at Harvard Square as The Galileo Project Turns Two
Is it easier to learn what lies in interstellar space from scooping the bottom of the Pacific Ocean than from politicians in Washington DC?
Director of Pentagon’s UAP Investigations Challenges Claims Made in Recent UAP Hearing
The Pentagon's chief scientist involved in the investigation of unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) fired back at assertions made during a Congressional hearing this week that his Office was not being fully transparent with its findings.
Congressman Provides Account of Military UAP Image That He Says Matches No “Human Capability”
Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz says he was recently shown a UAP image by USAF personnel that he was “not able to attach to any human capability.”
Whistleblowers Testify Under Oath Regarding “Craft of Non-Human Origin” and Military Encounters with UAP
Congress has received testimony from three former officials about UAP encounters and alleged U.S. retrievals of craft of non-human origin.
Pentagon Official Warns of Potential Threat From Extraterrestrial “Technical Surprise” as UAP Hearing Approaches
The Pentagon’s chief UAP investigator has warned about the potetial of extraterrestrial "technical surprise” in advance of a Congressional hearing on UAP.
“Are We Alone?” Finding the Answer is an Issue Senators and Scientists Agree On
We invest billions of dollars in the search for dark matter, but the public cares more about the question of “are we alone?”
The ‘UAP Disclosure Act of 2023’: What We Know About Chuck Schumer and the Senate’s New Push for UAP Transparency
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is leading a new effort to establish a commission to declassify United States government documents and other materials related to unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP).
The Empire Strikes Back: Would-Be UAP Whistleblowers Offered Dire Warning from U.S. Security Clearance Organization
An open letter from the security industry site Clearance Jobs offers insights and several warnings to any would-be UAP Whistleblowers.
Take Me to Your Lawyer: The Legal Aspects of Contact with Extraterrestrial Intelligence An international lawyer looks at the legalities related to contact with an alien species.
An international lawyer examines the legal issues related to potential contact with extraterrestrial intelligence.
Astronomers, Scientists, and Experts Convene in Paris, France, to Study Aerial Mysteries
A recent conference in Paris, France, brought together leading scientists to delve into the study of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP).
Compass Rose Attorneys Formally End Association with UAP Whistleblower David Grusch
Attorneys from the Compass Rose Legal group, who represented UAP whistleblower David Grusch in his Intelligence Community Inspector General complaint say they have ended their association with the former intelligence officer after they "successfully defended Mr. Grusch against r…
APEC Conference Exploring Anti-Gravity, Warp Dive and Advanced Propulsion Returns June 10th
The Alternative Propulsion and Engineering Conference returns this Saturday, June 10th, including discussions of Warp drive, anti-gravity and even UAPs.
Fact Check Q & A with Debrief Co-founder and Professional Investigator Tim McMillan: Part 3
Prior to launching a recent story on alleged U.S. government crash retrieval efforts by Ralph Blumenthal and Leslie Kean, Christopher Plain sat down with Debrief Co-founder and investigative reporter Tim McMillan to learn about all of the fact-checking and background research th…
Relics from Non-Human Spacecraft: A Scientist’s Perspective
Astronomer Avi Loeb provides commentary on the recent claims involving non-human craft discussed by whistleblower David Grusch.
Fact Check Q & A with Debrief Co-founder and Investigator Tim McMillan: Part 2
Christopher Plain sat down with Debrief Co-founder and investigative reporter Tim McMillan to learn about all of the fact-checking and background research that was done by The Debrief's investigative team beforehand.
Fact-Check Q & A with Debrief Co-founder and Investigator Tim McMillan: Part 1
In a one on one interview, Debrief Co-founder and professional investigator Tim McMillan outlines the steps he and his investigators undertook to fact check the key components of Leslie Kean and Ralph Blumenthal's latest groundbreaking UAP story.
Intelligence Officials Say U.S. Has Retrieved Craft of Non-Human Origin
In a Debrief exclusive, Ralph Blumenthal and Leslie Kean report that a former intelligence official turned whistleblower has told Congress and the IG that the U.S. has retrieved craft of non-human origin.
Tim Burchett Talks UAPs, Destroyed Data, Honeypots, Whistleblowers and Corruption with Chrissy Newton
In the latest episode of Rebelliously Curious, The Debrief's Chrissy Newton goes one on one with U.S. Representative Tim Burchett to discuss UAPs, crash retrievals, whistleblowers and corruption.
NASA, AARO and the Galileo Project Agree on the Need for a Scientific Study of UAP
Suppose NASA astronauts had images of technological objects hovering above Earth that are not identified as human made. Should they share the data with the public or worry that such an act would generate turmoil in society?
NASA Study Team on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Calls for Better Data, Ending Harassment and Stigmas
On Wednesday, members of a NASA independent study team held a public briefing on its current efforts to categorize and evaluate data related to unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP).