"Rare Nova Outburst Creates 'New' Star in Once-in-a-Lifetime Sky Event"

The distant stellar system T Coronae Borealis (T CrB) is expected to explode for the first time since 1946, briefly shining brighter than the North Star Polaris, due to a recurring nova event caused by a white dwarf stripping the atmosphere of a red giant in a binary system. This rare event, expected between February and September 2024, will create a new star visible in the night sky, providing a unique opportunity for stargazers and offering insights into astrophysics and cosmology.