Radio search for ET draws a blank

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Scientists conducted a search for extraterrestrial signals by examining 800 nearby stars but found no evidence of communication from alien life. Despite the lack of signals, researchers reported valuable insights gained from the study and are planning another search for the following year. There have been previous unexplained signals, such as the WOW signal, but none have been detected again. The ongoing efforts highlight the challenges in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. Continued research is essential for advancing our understanding of potential alien signals.
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The scientists looked at 800 nearby stars with no evidence of a signal from ET. They say they have learned a lot, and plan another search next year. [continued]

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I am pretty sure that they have seen some WOW signals that could never be explained, but nothing that was ever seen again.
 

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