Astronomers have identified a potential dwarf planet candidate in the outer solar system. The object was discovered by the Rubin Observatory and is located in the outer reaches of the solar system. Initial data indicates it could be an additional dwarf planet. This finding contributes to the expanding list of icy bodies in the Kuiper Belt. The finding was confirmed by multiple sources, including Phys.org and Space. Scientists are studying the object further to determine its exact nature and characteristics.