So it seems we've discovered a new planet. It has the funkiest-sounding name ever; well done there...

October 7, 2002·1 min read

So it seems we've discovered a new planet. It has the funkiest-sounding name ever; well done there choosing "Quaoar" (worth at least 15 points in Scrabble), let's see Paula Zahn try to pronounce that fucker. Or we may have just proven that Pluto isn't actually a proper planet. We'll have to wait for the fast-paced world of astronomy to decide.

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Laurie Voss is a developer, writer, and recovering npm co-founder. Writing about technology and what it means for humans since 2001.

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