"Webb Telescope Uncovers Rare Cosmic Explosion, Shedding Light on Universe's Origins"

The James Webb Space Telescope detected a powerful space explosion known as a gamma-ray burst, which was 1,000 times brighter and lasted longer than typical bursts. Researchers believe that the explosion was caused by the collision of two neutron stars, resulting in a kilonova. The Webb telescope detected the rare element tellurium in the kilonova, providing insights into the formation of heavy metals in cosmic explosions. This discovery opens the door to further exploration of rare elements and metals in the universe. The Webb telescope's advanced capabilities, including its giant mirror and infrared view, allow it to peer into the deepest cosmos and study distant exoplanets.