29 April 2026 · The Guardian
Chasing Aliens After Pentagon's UFO Release
The Pentagon's UFO videos sparked interest in extraterrestrial life, leading one journalist to investigate the phenomenon in the US.
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Adapted from The Guardian, 22 April 2026, and rewritten at three levels by Newslish. Newslish is not affiliated with the source. Read the original.
Key vocabulary
UFO
An unidentified flying object.
“The Pentagon released videos showing UFOs.”
extraterrestrial
Relating to beings from outside Earth.
“Many people wonder if extraterrestrial life exists.”
phenomenon
An observable event or occurrence.
“The phenomenon of UFO sightings has intrigued many.”
investigate
To examine or inquire into something systematically.
“The journalist decided to investigate the reports of UFOs.”
evidence
Information or signs that support a claim.
“The program found evidence that UFOs were flying around military bases.”
Quick quiz
01What did the Pentagon release that sparked interest in UFOs?
02Who claimed to run the secret Pentagon program?
03What did the Pentagon confirm in June 2021?
Discussion
What do you think motivates people to investigate UFOs and alien life?