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Recent observations and theortetical work have brought us one step closer to resolving the mystery of what lies at the…
Astronomers recently spotted a rare type of supernova explosion that was accompanied by a massive flare of ultraviolet radiation. Untangling…
Supernovae are some of the most powerful events in the Universe. They're extremely energetic, luminous explosions that can light up…