Pentagon Opens New Pathway for Government Insiders to Disclose UAP Information
A new Department of War waiver creates a legally protected pathway for U.S. personnel to disclose UAP-related national defense information.
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New Survey Suggests Gen Z Are More Likely to Believe in Aliens—How UFO Media May Be Shaping a Generation
Growing news coverage of UFOs is influencing people's views about extraterrestrial life, particularly among younger Americans, according to a new survey.
Astronomers Observing a Supermassive Black Hole Just Had an Unexpected UFO Sighting
Scientists report the detection of one of the strongest "UFOs" astronomers have ever seen during observations of a supermassive black hole.
The Pentagon Just Released Its Third Batch of UAP Files—What Have We Learned from the PURSUE Releases So Far?
What do the Pentagon's latest releases of UAP records reveal? The Debrief takes a look at what's in the new files, what's missing, and how it relates to public attitudes toward the UAP issue.
“Disclosure Day” in Real Life? Scientists and Mental Health Advocates Update Rules for Alien Contact as “Disclosure” Debate Grows
Scientists and public health advocates are urging for preparedness in advance of confirmation of the discovery of extraterrestrial life.
A New Batch of Pentagon UAP Videos Will Soon Be Released—Here’s What to Expect
A new batch of Pentagon videos and other records related to UAP is expected to soon be released by the Department of War.
Energy from the Vacuum, Something “Brewing” in Our Oceans, and the Pentagon’s UFO Files
This week in stories from The Debrief: An "invasion" in the ocean off the northeastern U.S. coast, the Pentagon's new UFO files, and more.
Pentagon Launches UAP Transparency Effort With First “PURSUE” File Release
This week, the Department of War has released a "new" batch of U.S. government documents related to unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP).
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).
Are Scientists with Knowledge of U.S. Secrets Disappearing? The Facts Tell a Different Story
An alarming new trend has emerged: U.S. scientists with knowledge of America’s most sensitive aerospace and nuclear secrets are reportedly turning up missing, and people want answers.
The Disappearance of Neil McCasland: Authorities Continue Searching for Missing USAF Official Linked to UFO Speculations
This week, authorities in Albuquerque continue searching for clues in the mysterious disappearance of retired U.S. Air Force Major General William Neil McCasland.
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.
“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.
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."
X-Ray Data Reveals Powerful ‘UFO’ Winds Generated in Record-Breaking Black Hole Event
Record-breaking ultrafast outflow (UFO) winds from a supermassive black hole flung matter across the universe close to the speed of light.
The UFO Conspiracy
This week, we examine a new academic paper that explores concerning trends that have recently emerged in the UAP research community, as well as potential biases in academic ideas toward the subject.
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.
The FBI’s UFO “X-Files”
This week, we look into the FBI's real-life UFO X-Files, and the deeper history of the Bureau's involvement in UAP investigations.
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.
Covert Controversy: The Jacob Barber UAP Allegations
This week, we examine the controverisal claims of Jacob Barber, who says he worked with a secret program that retrieved craft of non-human origin.
1,100 Pound Space Object Falls from the Sky in Kenya, Fueling Misinformation
A mysterious space object that crashed into a remote area of Kenya has led to widespread speculation online.
“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.
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.
A New Hope? Three Reasons Why the Pentagon’s UAP Investigations May Be Course Correcting
The DoD’s UAP investigations are back in the spotlight. But what do early indications tell us about AARO’s direction under its new leadership?
“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."
2024 UAP Annual Report Released in Wake of Congressional Hearing Addressing Claims of U.S. Secret Programs
This week, we cover the release of the 2024 UAP annual report by the DoD following a recent congressional hearing on the topic.
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.
UFOs and Counterintelligence: Fake UAP Programs?
This week, we look at statements by U.S. officials involving fake UFO programs, forged documents, and deceptive counterintelligence measures.
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.
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.
Arrival of the Saucers
Joining us this week is Greg Eghigian, a Professor of History and Bioethics at Pennsylvania State University who discusses his new book "After the Flying Saucers Came."
Imminent: Former Counterintelligence Agent’s New Memoir Reveals an Insider’s Look at UFOs
Welcome to this week’s installment of The Intelligence Brief… this week, a new memoir by former U.S. counterintelligence...
‘Human Sensors’ in UFO Research
Kimberly Engels, an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Molloy University, joins Chrissy Newton on this episode to discuss a fascinating and often overlooked aspect of how we perceive the world around us and humans as sensors.
‘Acid for Squares’ Explores Mind-Expanding Psychedelic Experiences in Groundbreaking New Podcast
Transformative psychedelic experiences, healing through plant medicines, and UFO disclosure are all among the topics that will be explored in 'Acid for Squares.'
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.
The Roswell Material: Case Closed?
This week, we look at AARO and Oak Ridge National Lab's revealing findings involving material allegedly collected from the Roswell UFO incident in 1947.
The UAP Singularity
This week on The Micah Hanks Program, we explore how recent advancements with AI relate to the UAP question.
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.
The UFO Silencers
This week, we look at AARO’s investigations into potentials means by which those with insider knowledge could be potentially be held accountable, and finally, the UFO folklore involving claims of “UFO silencers” from over the decades.
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.
AARO Has Only “Moderate Confidence” in Findings From Its Latest UAP Investigation. It’s Easy to See Why.
The Pentagon’s All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office has released a report on its findings involving a UAP sighting reported by a military pilot near Eglin Air Force Base in January 2023.
The UFO Deception Game
This week, we examine connections between the U.S. government's involvement with UAP investigations and human deception.
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.
The AARO Historical Report on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena
This week, we examine mainstream media coverage of a controversial new AARO historical report on UAP and fact-check several errors it contains.
AARO’s Historical Report: A Tale of Factual Errors and Old Mistakes Repeated
The long-awaited historical report on UAP by the DoD's All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office is finally out... but there are a few problems.
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.
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.
Disinfo and the UFO
We look at the role of disinformation in the bizarre hall of mirrors of Ufology, and historical case studies involving how lies, misdirection, and psychological warfare have been used to steer the UFO narrative for more than half a century.