A New Dwarf Planet (Probably) Spotted Beyond Pluto
A Rubin Observatory find beyond Neptune sparks debate over a possible new dwarf planet, nicknamed ED138.
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What provisional name has been given to the object?
The object has been referred to as ED138 in Forbes coverage.
Which observatory detected the candidate?
The Rubin Observatory detected the object, as reported by GeekWire.
Is the object officially classified as a dwarf planet?
No official classification has been announced; it remains a candidate pending further observation.
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- Primary Driver: A Rubin Observatory find beyond Neptune sparks debate over a possible new dwarf planet, nicknamed ED138.
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On Oct. 28, 2026, the Rubin Observatory announced the detection of a distant solar‑system object beyond Neptune, marking the first dwarf‑planet candidate identified by the facility. The outlets differ in emphasis—Space stresses its uncertain status, Forbes highlights its size.
No official classification has been released, leaving the object as a candidate pending further observation, and astronomers are planning follow‑up measurements.
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Coverage (4)
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Say Hello To ED138, A Massive New World Beyond PlutoForbes · 9h ago
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Once-in-a-Generation Find: a Friend for PlutoNewser · 12h ago
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