Read, Watch or Listen

Astronomers have discovered around a dozen unusual space explosions, dubbed 'LFBots', characterized by their extreme brightness and short duration. Initially thought to be failed supernovae, a leading theory suggests they are caused by intermediate-mass black holes consuming nearby stars. This could provide crucial evidence for the existence of these elusive black holes, a missing link in our understanding of the universe. Further research, including data from upcoming telescopes like Ultrasat, is needed to confirm this theory and unlock the mystery surrounding these bizarre cosmic events.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.