Earth Captures Temporary Mini-Moon 2026 QQ8, Expected to Orbit Until December 2026
Meet QQ8. It's staying for Christmas!
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- Earth has captured a new mini moon — but it won't stick around for long.
- 10-year cosmic visitor: Earth has a new 'Lilliputian' mini-moon.
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Earth temporarily captures mini-moon 2026 QQ8
- EEarthSkyCenter
A new mini-moon for Earth! Meet 2026 QQ8
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Earth Captures Temporary Mini-Moon 2026 QQ8, Expected to Orbit Until December 2026
- G(Gizmodo (XX)Center
Welcome Earth’s New Mini-Moon. It’s Adorably Tiny and Has a Loopy Orbit
- WIONWIONCenter
10-year cosmic visitor: Earth has a new 'Lilliputian' mini-moon
- SSpaceCenter
Earth has captured a new mini moon — but it won't stick around for long
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