Astronomers detect rare ‘free floating’ exoplanet 10,000 light-years from Earth Astronomers have detected a "free floating" rogue planet the size of Saturn drifting through the Milky Way some 10,000 light-years from Earth. Astrobitica January 2, 2026 (Last updated: January 2, 2026) 1 minute read Astronomers have detected a “free floating” rogue planet the size of Saturn drifting through the Milky Way some 10,000 light-years from Earth. About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts Post navigation Previous: Ancient African bedrock reveals the violent beginnings of life on our blue planetNext: The interstellar comet that’s spilling its secrets