Astronomers Uncover Ancient Cosmic Predator: Oldest Black Hole on Record Devouring Its Galaxy

In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers using the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope have identified the oldest black hole ever observed, dating back to a mere 400 million years after the big bang, over 13 billion years ago. Astonishingly, this ancient cosmic entity, with a mass several million times that of our Sun, challenges prevailing notions about the formation and growth of black holes. Contrary to conventional models suggesting slow growth over billions of years, this colossal black hole prompts reconsideration of alternative birth scenarios, such as being ‘born big’ or consuming matter at a rate five times faster than previously believed. The find, detailed in the journal Nature, offers a profound leap in understanding early cosmic phenomena and hints at further revelations with the James Webb Space Telescope’s unprecedented sensitivity.

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