New image reveals two merging supermassive black holes in galaxy OJ 287

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A new detailed image of galaxy OJ 287 suggests the presence of two merging supermassive black holes at its core. The image reveals an unusual, sharply bent plasma jet structure, offering fresh perspectives on the extreme conditions surrounding these celestial objects. OJ 287, located five billion light years away, has long intrigued scientists with its variable brightness, hinting at this binary black hole system.


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