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Pluto Celebrates 95 Years Since Discovery, Fascination Renewed

2/21/2025

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On February 18, 2025, Pluto marked a remarkable 95 years since its discovery by American astronomer Clyde Tombaugh at Lowell Observatory. Once hailed as the ninth planet, Pluto's status shifted to a dwarf planet in 2006. The 2015 New Horizons mission unveiled stunning images, reigniting our fascination with this distant world.

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On February 18, 2025, Pluto marked a remarkable 95 years since its discovery by American astronomer Clyde Tombaugh at Lowell Observatory. Once hailed as the ninth planet, Pluto's status shifted to a dwarf planet in 2006. The 2015 New Horizons mission unveiled stunning images, reigniting our fascination with this distant world.