Astronomers find water in the harsh environment near the Milky Way's black hole — Space photo of the week

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Quick facts

What it is: The region around the star IRS 3

Where it is: 26,000 light-years from Earth

When it was shared: Aug. 11, 2026

This mesmerizing image may look pretty, but it captures a hostile environment: the turbulent region surrounding a dying st...