science Wired Science 2026-08-20

Fastest galaxy star may reveal secrets of supermassive black hole

Astronomers are studying the star S301 as it makes a close pass by the black hole Sagittarius A*. Its unique orbit offers a rare opportunity to observe how the black hole's rotation warps local spacetime.

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