Object older than the stars has been discovered

Universe Space Tech·May 28

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An object believed to be older than the stars has been discovered, with estimates suggesting it could be around 7 to 12 billion years old. The object, described as an interstellar comet, was reportedly found by a telescope in Chile in July 2025. However, reports vary and it is unclear what the object is or its exact age, with some outlets also mentioning unrelated space discoveries.

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