Star explodes halfway across universe : 4 discussions
The explosion of a star halfway across the universe was so huge it set a record for the most distant object that could be seen on Earth by the naked eye. (more) Related Vids:

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	Star explodes halfway across universe
	WASHINGTON (AP) -- The explosion of a star halfway across the universe was so huge it set a record for the most distant object that could be seen on Earth by the n..
	Star explodes halfway across universe
	The explosion of a star halfway across the universe was so huge it set a record for the most distant object that could be seen on Earth by the naked eye. The aging star, in a previously ..
	Explosion 7.5 billion light years away
	Quote: WASHINGTON (AP) -- The explosion of a star halfway across the universe was so huge it set a record for the most distant object that could be seen on Earth by the nake..
	Does science pretend to know the size of our Universe?
	...and if so why?It seems like the height of hubris to assume such knowledge imo.The question occured to me while reading the article below and them suggesting they could define "halfway..