Astronomers just found the youngest known planet ever

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Astronomers have confirmed a Jupiter-size planet less than a million years old, making Elias 2-24 b the youngest known planet and giving scientists a rare look at a world still being born.

Key facts

  • Astronomers have confirmed a Jupiter-size planet less than a million years old, making Elias 2-24 b the youngest known planet and giving scientists a rare look at a world still being born.
  • Reported by ScienceDaily and published Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:00:19 UTC.

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