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Earth has a new mini-moon: Tiny asteroid 2026 QQ8 was captured in April, spotted in August and will leave by early 2027

Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: General
Published: November 07, 2026 at 10:41

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A minor asteroid, known as 2026 QQ8, found its way into Earth's gravity in April 2026. Observed for the first time in August, astronomers identified it as a natural celestial body. This mini-moon will remain within our orbit for approximately eight to nine months before departing. Its nearest approach is calculated to be 568,000 kilometers away, carrying no threat of impact as it joins the transient mini-moon collection around Earth.

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