TOI-1173 b is a newly discovered exoplanet found orbiting the star TOI-1173, thanks to the sharp eyes of NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite, or TESS, in 2024. This space explorer's delight was detected when TOI-1173 b casually passed in front of its star, causing a tiny dip in brightness that winked "hello" to astronomers. While we don't yet know its exact size or distance from Earth, TOI-1173 b is likely a hot world tightly hugging its star, making it a toasty place for any hypothetical visitors. Its discovery adds another vibrant bead to the ever-growing string of known exoplanets, reminding us that the universe is brimming with fascinating new worlds, just waiting to be uncovered by curious stargazers.
