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Universe may have billions more stars

Astronomers have underestimated the number of galaxies in parts of the Universe by as much as 90 per cent, according to a study, suggesting billions of stars are yet to be recorded.

 

Mega-star explosion most distant object ever seen

Mega-star explosion most distant object ever seen

It took 13 billion years to reach Earth, but astronomers have seen the light of an exploding mega-star that is the most distant object ever detected, two studies published Thursday reported.

 

Lots more planets found outside solar system

Astronomers have found 32 new planets outside our solar system, adding evidence to the theory that the universe has many places where life could develop....

 

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