New observations of galaxy OJ 287, located five billion light years away, reveal a peculiar plasma jet that may indicate the merging of two supermassive black holes. This discovery challenges current understanding and opens avenues for further research in cosmic phenomena.
In a groundbreaking discovery, astronomers have identified a black hole situated nearly a kiloparsec away from the center of a dwarf galaxy 230 million light-years from Earth. This black hole distinguishes itself from typical examples by actively consuming matter and emitting powerful radio jets. Such findings challenge existing theories about black holes, highlighting their role in galaxy evolution even when located outside the core.
New observations of the seemingly ordinary spiral galaxy NGC 7456 reveal a vibrant hub of newborn stars and glowing gas clouds, enhancing our understanding of galactic evolution.
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