Galaxy Arms Stretch Farther Than Thought | Buffalo News

Astronomers using the Chandra X-ray Observatory just blew our cosmic map wide open—our Milky Way’s spiral arms stretch farther than ever imagined. But that’s not all: for the first time, scientists measured the true size of two dwarf stars in a massive binary system, revealing they’re heavier than thought and orbiting in opposite directions. This breakthrough reshapes how we understand stellar birth, evolution, and the cosmic dance of massive stars—most of which begin life in pairs, not alone. It’s a game-changer for astrophysics and a vivid reminder that the universe still holds secrets waiting to be uncovered. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/40307e4ffaceee5c