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Vera C. Rubin Observatory spots possible sixth dwarf planet beyond Pluto
Astronomers at the Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile have flagged 2026 ED138, an icy body about 46 astronomical units from the Sun. If confirmed, it would be the sixth known dwarf planet.
- Aug 3
Washington state wildfires force 60,000 to evacuate as flames consume over 1 million acres
Multiple large wildfires burning across Washington state have forced approximately 60,000 residents to evacuate, destroyed at least 600 structures, and scorched more than 1 million acres, with several major fronts remaining completely uncontrolled.
- Aug 2
Arson suspect arrested as wildfires destroy 700 buildings and force 64,000 to evacuate in Spokane, Washington
Three wind-driven wildfires have scorched more than 10,000 acres around Spokane, Washington, destroying at least 700 buildings and forcing over 60,000 people to evacuate. A 37-year-old man was arrested Monday on suspicion of arson.
