Earth Has Captured a Tiny New Mini-Moon, but 2026 QQ8 May Leave Its Temporary Orbit by Early 2027
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Asteroid 2026 QQ8 became a temporary mini-moon in April, astronomers say, but orbital calculations suggest it will leave Earth's gravitational hold in December or January.
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Earth Has Captured a Tiny New Mini-Moon, but 2026 QQ8 May Leave Its Temporary Orbit by Early 2027
Asteroid 2026 QQ8 became a temporary mini-moon in April, astronomers say, but orbital calculations suggest it will leave Earth's gravitational hold in December or January.
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