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'Completely unexpected': Astronomers spy never-before-seen 'phoenix planet' rising from the ashes of a dead star

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Live Science
'Completely unexpected': Astronomers spy never-before-seen 'phoenix planet' rising from the ashes of a dead starWorldPing
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What happened

Astronomers have spotted a rare "second-generation" exoplanet closely orbiting the nearby white dwarf HS 0209+0832.

Key facts

  • Astronomers have spotted a rare "second-generation" exoplanet closely orbiting the nearby white dwarf HS 0209+0832.
  • Reported by Live Science and published Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:22:03 UTC.

Why it matters

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What to watch next

  • Peer review status and replication of the findings
  • Mission milestones and next scheduled attempt
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Coverage timeline

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  1. Webb finds a surprising atmosphere on a scorching lava world

  2. Alcohol in space: Exotic methanol discovered in planet-building zones

  3. 'Completely unexpected': Astronomers spy never-before-seen 'phoenix planet' rising from the ashes of a dead star

  4. Blue Planet III ventures into darkest depths of ocean

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