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The MOTHRA Telescope Captured the Faint Aftermath of a Star’s Death

The MOTHRA Telescope Captured the Faint Aftermath of a Star’s Death
NYT Science Wednesday 12 August 2026, 15:00 UTC By K. R. Callaway 1 min read
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The Helix Nebula, sometimes called the “Eye of God” because of its eye-like shape, is an example of what a star can look like at the end of its life cycle.

The Helix Nebula, sometimes called the “Eye of God” because of its eye-like shape, is an example of what a star can look like at the end of its life cycle.
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