Astronomers discovered the third known galaxy apparently lacking dark matter.

Maunakea, Hawaiʻi Island

Who

Astronomers

What

When

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 02:47:00 GMT · 2h 46m ago

Where

Maunakea, Hawaiʻi Island · 19.8206° N, 155.4778° W

Why

The galaxy is part of a strange linear structure that may have formed during a violent collision between galaxies.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This discovery adds to a rare class of galaxies that challenge current cosmological models regarding the composition and formation of galaxies. Further study may refine understanding of galactic evolution and the role of dark matter.

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Universe Today
https://www.universetoday.com/articles/astronomers-discover-another-galaxy-with-no-dark-matter
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