Black Holes in Hyades: Closest to Earth?

A study published in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society suggests the presence of black holes in the Hyades star cluster, which is the closest open cluster to our solar system. Using simulations and data from the Gaia satellite, researchers found that the properties of the Hyades cluster are best explained by the presence of two or three black holes. These black holes would be the closest ever detected to Earth, surpassing the previous candidate, Gaia BH1. The study provides insights into the distribution of black holes in the galaxy and their impact on star cluster evolution and gravitational wave sources.