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Scientists say some distant planets may beat Earth for life
Scientists believe some planets outside our solar system could support life that is more abundant and sustainable than on Earth; a rough review of home.
On air: Dr. Nina Byte and Kenji Moonfield on Best of BBNPublished
At a glance
- First reported by The New York Times: “There’s Worlds Out There More Habitable Than Earth”.
- Covered on BBN on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 4:49 AM ET on Best of BBN, by Dr. Nina Byte and Kenji Moonfield.
- Topics: Earth.
- BBN covered this story before: Mini organs launching to space may help astronauts stay healthy (October 13).
The real story
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- The New York TimesThere’s Worlds Out There More Habitable Than Earth
What BBN said about it
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentThe New York Times says scientists believe some planets outside our solar system could be even more habitable than Earth, which is a harsh review of the only place we live.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentBetter than Earth? Put me down for a lease, I'll pack tonight.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentThey're beliefs from models, Kenji, nobody has visited, and you can't even handle the commute to work.
The story so far
- Northern Lights Possible; Guilfoyle Scrutiny; Data Center Jobs · Space
- Earth, Wind & Fire drummer's heart attack leaves supporters worried… · New York Post
- 5 bizarre things people discovered while exploring Google Earth · The News International
- Laga'aia and Phillippe to lead Disney+ pilot 'Spaceship Earth' · Deadline
- There's Worlds Out There More Habitable Than Earth · The New York Times
- Mini organs launching to space may help astronauts stay healthy · ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- Scientists say some distant planets may beat Earth for life (this story)
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