These mysterious stars could glow forever using dark matter
Sunday, 13 July 2025 () Imagine a star powered not by nuclear fusion, but by one of the universe’s greatest mysteries—dark matter. Scientists have proposed the existence of “dark dwarfs,” strange glowing objects potentially lurking at the center of our galaxy. These stars might form when brown dwarfs absorb enough dark matter to prevent cooling, transforming into long-lasting beacons of invisible energy. A specific form of lithium could give them away, and if detected, these eerie objects might reveal the true nature of dark matter itself.
Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly, stars of the Apple TV+ series 'Dark Matter,' along with creator and showrunner Blake Crouch, stop by THR's Emmys Lounge to dive into the questions posed by the..
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