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New Earth-like Planet Discovery

Updated 2026-07-17 13:40 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Researchers have discovered an Earth-like planet with an atmosphere in the habitable zone of a distant star. This finding could significantly advance our understanding of exoplanets.

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Scientific American

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BBC News

First atmosphere found on Earth-like planet in habitable zone of distant star

Researchers have found an Earth-like, rocky planet orbiting within the habitable zone of a distant star with an atmosphere.

2026-07-17 12:58 UTC