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May 04, 2017 05:01 AM EDT

A Gigantic Wave Of Hot Gas Swirling Near Perseus Galaxy Detected

A massive tsunami-like wave of hot gas was identified swirling along the Perseus galaxy cluster.

Apr 04, 2017 04:52 AM EDT

NASA Discovers Mysterious Explosion In The Universe That Leaves Scientists Puzzled

A mysterious burst took place in the universe, and scientists are not sure what it is.

Feb 07, 2017 05:23 AM EST

A Giant Black Hole Devours A Star For Over A Decade

A giant black hole that is being observed for a long time gobbled a star for more than a decade.

Jan 06, 2017 02:13 AM EST

Latest NASA News: New Mission To Study Black Holes In Space Approved For Launch

NASA is all set to launch missions to investigate neutron stars and black holes in space.

Dec 03, 2016 03:30 AM EST

Why Is This Galaxy Flickering Like A Flame? Scientists Solve The Mystery

Scientists have reportedly solved the mystery of a galaxy that has been seen to flicker continuously for the past 30 years.

Oct 21, 2016 05:50 AM EDT

Two Mysterious Flaring Objects Spotted In The Galaxy (Video)

The astronomers and scientists are puzzled on the origins of the two mysterious flaring objects seen near the NGC 5128 galaxy.

May 27, 2016 04:10 AM EDT

Space Telescopes Revealed Collapsing Clouds Gave Birth to Monster Black Holes

Astronomers, with the help of space telescopes revealed that collapsing clouds gave birth to monster black holes.

Feb 16, 2016 12:48 PM EST

Supernova 'Impostor' In Nearby Galaxy Caught In The Act

Researchers found that a rare supernova might actually be an "impostor" in a close-by galaxy.

Jan 12, 2016 12:40 PM EST

Supermassive Black Hole 'Burping' Nearby: NASA's Chandra Makes Discovery

Astronomers found a near earth supermassive black hole that is releasing violent outbursts, this activity is taking place in the Messier 51 galaxy system, which is located 26 million light-years.