Webb survey identifies 27 objects beyond Neptune
A research team reports new detections with Webb, alongside coordinated visible-light observations from Hubble.
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Feed update observed 9 September 2026 at 15:24 UTCDeveloping
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Feed update observed 9 September 2026 at 10:14 UTCSapporo to move some beer production from Canada to US after tariffs
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Reform UK says it will ‘fully cooperate’ with Met after inquiry launched into alleged overseas donations – UK politics live
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Electronic shelf labels likely to cost jobs and drive up grocery prices, US report warns
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