science Sciencedaily 2026-07-10

Astronomers Witness the First-Ever Birth of a Magnetar

Scientists have observed the birth of a magnetar for the first time, detecting a unique 'chirping' signal from a supernova. This discovery confirms magnetars can power the universe's brightest stellar explosions.

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