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November 06, 2024
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Two Black Holes With Unusual Behaviour Disrupt Traditional Theories About Their Formation

Astronomers are watching two unusual black holes, each presenting phenomena that challenge current understanding of these cosmic giants. One, a “serial killer” black hole, is about to devour its second star within five years, while the other, part of the newly discovered triple system V404 Cygni, has disrupted long-held theories of black hole formation. The […]

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October 29, 2024
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Astronomers discover black hole that may have formed without supernova

An artist’s impression shows a triple star system called V404 Cygni with a black hole and two ordinary stars. Material siphoned from the deformed nearby star (left) is pictured swirling around the black hole (right), as the third star (top right) shines in the distance. Astronomers traditionally believe black holes form when massive stars explode […]