Astronomers Discover New Rogue Planets Drifting Alone in Space
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The European Space Agency's Euclid space telescope has discovered seven new rogue planets, which are starless and drift alone through space. These findings highlight the existence of these dark, lonely worlds, which may be more numerous than stars. The discovery comes less than a year after Euclid's launch, showcasing its advanced capabilities in deep space observation.
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