A Rapidly-Growing Black Hole in a Nearby Galaxy Could Provide a Window Into the Early Universe.

The black hole at the centre of a nearby galaxy is growing exceptionally fast, and is producing a burst of radio emission that has never been observed before. With characteristics that are expected in the early Universe, this unique galaxy provides important insights into the processes that governed the growth of the first black holes.

By matthew williams· 7/11/2026, 12:51:38 AM· 2 min read