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Betelgeuse

Betelgeuse's Surface Reveals a Persistent Hotspot and a Surprisingly Uneven Atmosphere

Betelgeuse's Surface Reveals a Persistent Hotspot and a Surprisingly Uneven Atmosphere

ALMA observations reveal Betelgeuse's uneven atmosphere, a long-lasting hotspot, and clues that could refine how astronomers model red supergiants.

Betelgeuse May Be a Binary System After All
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Betelgeuse May Be a Binary System After All

Astronomers using the Very Large Telescope may have identified Betelgeuse B, a hidden companion star that could explain...