No evidence aliens have made contact, says Obama after podcast comments cause frenzy

Former US President Barack Obama caused a stir by saying "they're real" in response to a question about aliens on a podcast with host Brian Tyler Cohen, prompting a statement hours later clarifying he has seen no evidence of alien contact.
Obama's initial comment was made during a quick-fire interview round on the podcast, where guests provide brief answers to rapid-fire questions, and was later clarified to avoid misinterpretation, according to a statement posted by the former president.
The incident highlights the potential for misinformation to spread quickly, with Obama's clarification coming after his initial comment sparked widespread speculation and excitement about the possibility of alien life, as reported by The Guardian US.