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Planet 9 Search Intensifies with New Infrared Discoveries

6/30/2025

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The search for Planet 9, a mysterious giant lurking beyond Neptune, intensifies as researcher Terry Phan uncovers intriguing thermal anomalies in recent infrared data. Despite skepticism from some astronomers, the anticipated launch of the Vera C. Rubin Telescope in 2025 promises to shed light on this cosmic enigma, potentially unraveling secrets of our solar system.

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The search for Planet 9, a mysterious giant lurking beyond Neptune, intensifies as researcher Terry Phan uncovers intriguing thermal anomalies in recent infrared data. Despite skepticism from some astronomers, the anticipated launch of the Vera C. Rubin Telescope in 2025 promises to shed light on this cosmic enigma, potentially unraveling secrets of our solar system.