Supernova Shines Bright Even After 40 Years! | WION Podcast

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In 1975, the binary star system HM Sagittae unexpectedly brightened 250 times, attracting global attention. Unlike typical novae, its brightness persisted for decades, puzzling astronomers. Recent observations by NASA’s Hubble Telescope and SOFIA revealed the star system had become hotter yet dimmer. This unusual behavior provides valuable insights into stellar evolution and binary star dynamics.

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