Xena is no more
Xena was an icy object in the outer solar system, and shot to fame by causing Pluto to be officially stripped of the title “planet” (it’s now officially only a “dwarf planet”) because it is actually larger than Pluto. Now Xena itself has been given an official name – “Xena” was only an unofficial label and solar system objects aren’t generally named after the heroines of cult TV shows! So, henceforth, Xena is to be known as “Eris” – the Greek goddess of discord. Quite appropriate after all the fuss she caused. Eris’ moon is now called Dysnomia (Eris’ daughter in the myths, and goddess of lawlessness).
(_Thanks to The Register for the tip._)
pax et bonum
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