Earth has a new mini-moon: Tiny asteroid 2026 QQ8 was captured in April, spotted in August and will leave by early 2027

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A minor asteroid, known as 2026 QQ8, found its way into Earth's gravity in April 2026. Observed for the first time in August, astronomers identified it as a natural celestial body. This mini-moon will remain within our orbit for approximately eight to nine months before departing. Its nearest…