Planets have to orbit a star, be big enough to form a sphere and keep other objects out of their path around their star.
Chunks of an Alien World Could Be Hidden Deep Within Our Planet: Study
Mars Life Hunt Hindered by Planetary Protection Concerns, Scientists Say
Venus may still be geologically active after experts spot moving
Scientists Say: Dwarf planet
Scientists Say: Dwarf planet
A new solar system has been found in the Milky Way. All 6 planets are perfectly in-sync, astronomers say. - CBS News
Scientists offer a 'Warning to Humanity' about a damaged planet - The Boston Globe
Hopes of finding life on Venus are DASHED as clouds don't contain
Warming trend may intensify infectious diseases, scientists say
Planet Nine Might Just Come Out, Scientists Say
Scientists say they've finally found remnants of Theia, an ancient planet that collided with Earth to form the moon - WSVN 7News, Miami News, Weather, Sports
Why scientists say earthquakes feel powerful after cosmic rays strike
Solved scientists say the planet venus has a runaway
The planet is heating up faster than predicted, key scientist says
Scientists Discover Six Planet System Orbiting in 'Perfect Harmony