New Planet Discovered

It orbits Gliese 581, a little over 20 light-years away.

It probably has a substantial atmosphere and may be covered with large amounts of water - necessary for life to evolve - and, most importantly, temperatures are very similar to those on our world.

The parent star would dominate the view from the surface - a huge red ball of fire that must be a spectacular sight.

This is why we should never give up funding for pure science. Becuase I really really really want to see that sunset...