Stargazing A new planet?

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A recent discussion highlights the excitement surrounding a potential new planet beyond Neptune, referenced in an article linked by a participant. Observers initially mistook bright celestial lights for Venus or Jupiter, sparking curiosity about this new discovery. However, it is clarified that the new planet is a peculiar exoplanet, not visible to the naked eye. The conversation also humorously touches on the resurgence of alien themes in popular culture, like the X-Files. Overall, the focus remains on the intriguing implications of discovering new celestial bodies in our universe.
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I must confess after another exam I took at Thursday, I look at the sky at night and there was a bright light. Well I thought to myself it must be venus or jupiter.

But maybe it's this new planet after Neptune:
https://eladelantado.com/news/new-planet-behind-neptune-official/

Ah, and X-Files seems to be back again them aliens... :oldbiggrin:
 
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That is not about a new planet in the solar system. It is about a peculiar exoplanet. You will not be able to see it with the naked eye.
 
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