The stories of supernova 1987A, as told by Science News
In the wee hours of February 24, 1987, astronomers caught their first glimpse of supernova 1987A. Science News brings you that story, in multiple ways.
By Kate Travis
On the Scene
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- Space
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Newfound oddities challenge researchers’ imaginations.
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