New images reveal Betelgeuse’s buddy star

Per Science News, new images have finally revealed a companion star orbiting Betelgeuse, the renowned red supergiant. Hints of this stellar companion have circulated for roughly a century, but Betelgeuse's overwhelming brightness made it impossible to see directly — until now.

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