The Aftermath of Neutron Star Collisions – Where Heavy Elements Are Made

Using data from several telescopes worldwide, a team of astronomers discovered at least 70 free-floating planets -- planets that wander the cosmos without orbiting a star -- in the Milky Way, marking the largest group of rogue planets ever found.

Astronomers Find At Least 70 Free-Floating Exoplanets in Nearby Star-Forming Region

At least 70 'rogue' planets spotted drifting in space without a star