New discoveries about Betelgeuse

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Betelgeuse Has a ‘Betelbuddy’: New Findings on the Bright Star’s Companion

Orion constellation’s Betelgeuse is a bright star that has been growing brighter and dimmer over time. Some speculated that it would soon burst into a supernova, a massive explosion that occurs when a star reaches the end of its life. Recent research however, offers alternative reason for these changes in brightness. Scientists claim that Betelgeuse has companion star. As Betelgeuse…