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New simulations indicate the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies have nearly equal chances of merging or passing each other safely.

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Milky Way Galaxy, Andromeda Galaxy

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New simulations indicate the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies have nearly equal chances of merging or passing each other safely.
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Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:51:00 GMT · 2h 41m ago
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Milky Way Galaxy, Andromeda Galaxy ·
Why
New simulations have revised the probability calculations for the galactic collision.
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The future interaction between the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies is now considered a near 50/50 probability, altering previous predictions of a definite merger.

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