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Exotic Stars EXPLAINED! Posted: January 9, 2025 | Last updated: January 9, 2025. Explore the wonders of the universe as we unravel the secrets of exotic stars.

Credit: Nature Astronomy (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41550-023-02188-2 A large international team of astronomers has discovered the smallest known star to date, and found that it is paired with another ...