A red supergiant star transitions into a type II supernova in this animation. Credit: W. M. Keck Observatory/Adam Makarenko | ...

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Before going supernova, the biggest stars in the universe may go through a rare Wolf-Rayet stage, creating strong stellar winds, majestic nebulae, and the building blocks for new stars.

Astronomers discovered a star explosion, called a supernova, in the Pinwheel galaxy, also known as "M101." The dramatic cosmic event is visible with a telescope. Here's how to see it.

Type II Supernova. Stars exist in a delicate balance between their own gravity and the fusion engine they ignite. The sheer mass of a star is enough to crush lighter elements together into heavier ...

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“ENTs are different beasts,” study lead author and astronomer Jason Hinkle explained in an accompanying statement. “Not only are ENTs far brighter than normal tidal disruption events, but they remain ...

The galaxy the supernova can be found near the Big Dipper. Look for seven stars that appear to make up the shape of a saucepan, with three making up the handle, and four stars creating the bowl shape.

Type II Supernova. Stars exist in a delicate balance between their own gravity and the fusion engine they ignite. The sheer mass of a star is enough to crush lighter elements together into heavier ...