New type of black hole makes astronomers ask 'How can we make sense of this?' - Earth.com
Google News • 1/13/2026 • Last cited 1/14/2026
Summary
Astronomers have discovered a new type of black hole that challenges existing theories about their formation and characteristics, prompting questions about how to interpret these findings. According to Earth.com, this discovery has led to significant discussions within the scientific community regarding the implications for our understanding of black holes.
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