Second Moon Orbiting Earth Goes Undetected by Most

🌟 Meet 2024 PT5!

Created By: Aspioneer Earth just welcomed a mini-moon! This bus-sized asteroid will be our celestial companion for a mere 57 days—mark your calendars! 📅✨

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