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Astronomers find ‘phoenix planet’ born from ashes of a dying star

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Times of India
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Image via Times of India.

What happened

A team of astronomers has discovered a second-generation planet orbiting a white dwarf named HS 0209+0832.

This planet formed from the material that the white dwarf expelled during its death.

Key facts

  • A team of astronomers has discovered a second-generation planet orbiting a white dwarf named HS 0209+0832.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:24:27 UTC.

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Diligent sleuthing by astronomers uncovered a surprising chemical clue that indicates the white dwarf star HS 0209+0832 may host a second-generation planet. This artist’s concept released on Oct. 5, 2026, depicts that possible explanation.

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