Rogue Black Hole Consumes Star: A Cosmic Feast

• Astronomers have observed a rogue supermassive black hole devouring a star, a rare and fascinating event.
• This black hole, named AT2024tvd, is located 600 million light-years from Earth, far from its galaxy's center.
• Such off-center tidal disruption events (TDEs) provide new insights into the existence of hidden black holes.
• The discovery was made using the Hubble Space Telescope and Zwicky Transient Facility, highlighting the black hole's immense power.
• Scientists are eager to find more examples, which could reveal more about these cosmic wanderers and their impact on galaxies.

Source: Space.com