It's been 20 years since Pluto lost planet status. Will it ever get its title back? - Space
Twenty years after the International Astronomical Union reclassified Pluto as a dwarf planet, the scientific community continues to debate the definition of a planet. The article explores the history of the decision and whether new planetary discoveries warrant a reconsideration of Pluto's status.
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Solar System Pluto It's been 20 years since Pluto lost planet status. Will it ever get its title back? Features By Keith Cooper Published 24 August 2026 The debate as to whether Pluto is a dwarf planet, or a fully fledged planet, continues to rage.
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