Mysterious Cosmic Event Unveiled: Astronomers Discover Unique Explosion From Black Hole Shredding a White Dwarf
Astronomers have recently uncovered a unique cosmic event, the likes of which have never been seen before. The phenomenon, detected by the Einstein Probe, an X-ray space telescope, on April 8, 2024, challenges existing classifications of space explosions. Known as EP240408a, this cosmic burst initially appeared to resemble a typical gamma-ray burst. However, further observations across various wavelengths indicate that it does not conform to known categories, sparking intense interest and debate in the scientific …