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1/6 In 2025, Gemini North data gave only a weak 1.5σ hint of a companion near Betelgeuse — a signal just strong enough to notice.🔭 The new VLT/SPHERE data raise the detection to a solid 6.1σ level (5.1σ with another method), making the result far more convincing & confirming the same location.🧪⚛️
ESOThe conclusion of a century-long quest 😲 Our VLT obtained firm evidence that Betelgeuse, a red supergiant star in the Orion constellation and one of the most famous stars in the night sky, is not alone! 🔭 🧪 1/4