Andrew Griffin

6 days ago | the-independent.com | Andrew Griffin

Scientists have detected a mysterious, regular signal, named ASKAP J1832-0911, flashing from 15,000 light years away in space, emitting radio waves and X-rays every 44 minutes. The object was discovered using an Australian telescope and NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory, marking the first time an LPT (long-period transient) has been observed emitting both X-rays and radio signals.

6 days ago | independent.co.uk | Andrew Griffin

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6 days ago | msn.com | Andrew Griffin

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6 days ago | independent.co.uk | Andrew Griffin

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1 week ago | msn.com | Andrew Griffin

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