Spacetime With Stuart Gary

S27E24: The Milky Way's Rugby Ball: Sagittarius A* Spins SpaceTime

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The Space, Astronomy & Science Podcast.SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 24*Warping SpaceTime: The Fast-Spinning Black Hole at the Milky Way's HeartNASA's Chandra X-ray Space Telescope and the Very Large Array have observed the supermassive black hole Sagittarius A* at our galaxy's center, spinning at a velocity that distorts the fabric of space itself. This fascinating discovery offers new insights into the behavior of these cosmic giants and the potential future dynamics of our Milky Way.*Nuclear Fusion Breakthrough: A Step Closer to Unlimited Clean EnergyThe Joint European Torus (JET) has set a new world record for nuclear fusion power output, achieving a significant milestone in the quest for a clean and inexhaustible energy source. This success marks a pivotal moment in the development of fusion as a practical alternative to fossil fuels.*Australia's Arnhem Space Centre Unveils New Assembly Building DesignsEquatorial Launch Australia reveals the final designs for the horizontal vehicle integration facility