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Celebrating 35 Years: Hubble Reveals Stunning Star Cluster

4/4/2025

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The Hubble Space Telescope marks its 35th anniversary with a stunning new image of NGC 346, a vibrant star cluster located 200,000 light-years away in the Small Magellanic Cloud. This breathtaking view captures over 2,500 newborn stars, highlighting the cluster's dynamic formation and the beauty of its surrounding nebula.

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The Hubble Space Telescope marks its 35th anniversary with a stunning new image of NGC 346, a vibrant star cluster located 200,000 light-years away in the Small Magellanic Cloud. This breathtaking view captures over 2,500 newborn stars, highlighting the cluster's dynamic formation and the beauty of its surrounding nebula.