Interstellar invader comet 3I/ATLAS made a startling transformation as it passed the sun The interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS changed significantly as it flew by the sun last fall, astronomers have discovered. Astrobitica April 17, 2026 (Last updated: April 17, 2026) 1 minute read The interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS changed significantly as it flew by the sun last fall, astronomers have discovered. About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts Post navigation Previous: Human space research gets a boost from retired NASA centrifugeNext: ALMA and JWST investigate giant disk galaxy’s formation and evolution