It is unclear whether the orb is a real-world object or a light refraction on a lens or piece of glass. Some of the world’s foremost ufologists have expressed doubt over its real-world potential.

In the final seconds of a Fox 5 news report that aired Monday, the orb-shaped object or light can be seen in the crystal clear New York sky, making an arcing pathway in the direction of the news ...

From Tijuana, Mexico to north San Diego County, witnesses Monday night reported seeing mysterious orbs of orange light hovering in the sky, prompting many questions with few answers.

The orb appears white in the distance and takes on a blue tint as it gets closer to the camera. The potential object outpaces every boat on the Hudson and quickly arcs its way past the news chopper.