Our Galaxy’s Next Supernova?

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“Astronomers have identified the best candidate yet for our galaxy’s next supernova explosion, according to a new report. Findings published in the February 1 issue of the Astrophysical Journal suggest that Rho Cassiopeiae, located 10,000 light-years away from earth, is most likely to run out of fuel and meet a violent fate in the near future.” Scientific American