Astronomers have discovered a new type of star, and it appears to be a major clue in solving a long-standing cosmic mystery. This massive helium star has an ultra-strong magnetic field, meaning it could be the preliminary stage of a magnetar – a dense stellar husk that so far has unknown origins.Continue ReadingCategory: Space, ScienceTags: Astronomy, Stars, Magnetic, Magnetism, Magnetic field, ESO, Neutron Generators, Helium

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