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Hubble spots ‘impossible light’ in deep space, scientists search for answers

Astronomers have spotted a remarkably small yet potent galaxy, MXDFz4. 4, from the universe's nascent stages. This galax

Imran Qureshi
Imran Qureshi
Senior City Reporter · Sat, 04 July 2026 at 11:45 pm
Hubble spots ‘impossible light’ in deep space, scientists search for answers

Astronomers have spotted a remarkably small yet potent galaxy, MXDFz4. 4, from the universe's nascent stages. This galaxy, observed by Hubble and confirmed by other powerful telescopes, is emitting energetic ultraviolet light, a phenomenon previously thought impossible for its era. This discovery offers an unprecedented glimpse into how early galaxies began to clear the cosmic fog, paving the way for light to travel freely.

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