Astronomers reveal most detailed view of cosmic ‘firework’

By Talker News
Oct 7, 2026
1 hr ago

(Int. Gemini Obs/NOIRLab/NSF/AURA via SWNS)

(Int. Gemini Obs/NOIRLab/NSF/AURA via SWNS)

By Dean Murray

A British university has helped reveal the most detailed view yet of a cosmic "firework."

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Warwick astronomers help reveal cosmic ‘firework’ in unprecedented detail — The Gemini North telescope’s laser guide star beams up into the atmosphere, backdropped by the mesmerizing green wash of airglow. (Int. Gemini Obs/NOIRLab/NSF/AURA via SWNS)
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The Gemini North telescope’s laser guide star beams up into the atmosphere, backdropped by the mesmerizing green wash of airglow. (Int. Gemini Obs/NOIRLab/NSF/AURA via SWNS)
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