When two hot stars brushed by: Ancient stellar flyby left its mark near our Solar System

When two hot stars brushed by: Ancient stellar flyby left its mark near our Solar System

Updated on 02 Dec 2025 β€’ Category: Science

For decades, astronomers have detected an unusual mix of ionised gas in the local clouds. Roughly 20% of hydrogen and 40% of helium appear ionised.


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