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Messier 82 Cigar Galaxy Hubble image

April 5, 2026World and Science

World and Science shares a Hubble view of Messier 82, emphasizing its extreme brightness relative to the Milky Way and the appeal of iconic starburst galaxies for public science communication.

A dazzling sight! Messier 82, the famous Cigar Galaxy, burns with a light five times brighter than the Milky Way!
Credit: NASA, ESA and the Hubble Heritage Team (STScI/AURA).
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