"Ancient Star Streams: Building Blocks of the Milky Way"

Two ancient streams of stars, named Shiva and Shakti, have been discovered near the center of the Milky Way, dating back to nearly 13 billion years ago. Identified using data from the Gaia telescope, these streams provide insight into the galaxy's early formation and growth, shedding light on its infancy and evolution. The discovery highlights the valuable role of galactic archaeology in understanding the history of the Milky Way and the significance of precise data collection in uncovering surprise elements of our cosmic history.