Astronomers Uncover the Legacy of a 12th Century Supernova with Multi-Telescope Observations

Paris, France (SPX) Mar 27, 2024

In 1181, observers from different parts of the world were captivated by the appearance of a new 'star' in the constellation Cassiopeia, an event now identified as a rare supernova explosion. Visible for 185 days, this supernova shone with the brightness of Saturn, embedding itself in historical records. The search for the remnants of this celestial phenomenon has puzzled astronomers for ce