Exoplanet LHS 1140 b confirmed to have atmosphere in habitable zone – most Earth-like world found yet

Scientists have confirmed the existence of an atmosphere around the rocky exoplanet LHS 1140 b, which orbits within the habitable zone of its star. This makes it the first object outside our Solar System observed to meet both key conditions for potential life. The discovery is considered a breakthrough, as LHS 1140 b is the most Earth-like exoplanet ever found.