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Matt Atherton

Scientists finally solve puzzle of 'alien spaceship' in sky with unusual shape

The strange mystery behind a tiny comet that scientists thought could be an alien spaceship has finally been solved - and it's a relatively simple explanation.

The comet, named 'Oumuamua, was the first ever known visitor from outside our solar system.

But unlike other asteroids or comets, it didn't have a bright dust cloud following behind it.

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