Closest black hole to Earth has two partners in surprising celestial marriage

Reuters India Thursday, 7 May 2020 ()
Astronomers have spotted the closest black hole to Earth ever discovered and are surprised about its living arrangements - residing harmoniously with two stars in a remarkable celestial marriage that may end in a nasty breakup.
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News video: Closest Black Hole to Earth Discovered Just 1,000 Light-Years Away

Closest Black Hole to Earth Discovered Just 1,000 Light-Years Away 01:11

Located in the constellation Telescopium, researchers say it’s the first stellar system with a black hole that’s close enough to be seen with the naked eye!