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Scientists have identified a black hole, designated RACS J0320-35, with a mass approximately one billion times that of the Sun, located about 12.8 million light-years from Earth. What makes this object extraordinary is its growth rate, which defies theoretical expectations.
According to observations from the Chandra X-ray Observatory, the black hole is accreting matter at 2.4 times the theoretical maximum speed. Its growth is fueled by large amounts of surrounding gas, dust, and stellar debris.
Researchers estimate it gains 300 to 3,000 solar masses annually. Among black holes observed during the first billion years after the Big Bang, this one emits the highest levels of X-rays.
Astronomers are viewing the object as it appeared just 920 million years after the universe’s formation. The origin of its enormous size remains unclear, but scientists suggest it could have formed through the direct collapse of a dense, massive gas cloud.
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School students from Turkmenistan have been recognized among the winners of the UNESCO regional competition titled “The Art of Equal Opportunities: Sport and Artificial Intelligence.” The award-winning participants — Gozel Tachgulyyeva, Jennet Nurmuhammedova, and Arzuw Orazova — represented Specialized School No. 24 for Gifted Youth in Mary, a member of the UNESCO Associated Schools Network in Turkmenistan.
The competition, designed for young people across Central Asia, was organized by the UNESCO Regional Office in Almaty in partnership with the National Federation of UNESCO Clubs of Kazakhstan, the British Embassy in Astana, and the Association of UNESCO Clubs of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Participants submitted creative works in two categories: “Women and Artificial Intelligence” and “Women in the World of Sport.” Following evaluation, 25 outstanding works by artists under the age of 18 from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan were selected.
The Turkmenistan team’s mentor, teacher Jeren Badyyeva, received a special certificate in recognition of her pedagogical guidance and contribution to the preparation of the students.
The final exhibition showcasing the top 25 entries was held in Almaty from December 3 to 8, featuring selected works from young participants, including those from Turkmenistan. All winners were awarded certificates and commemorative gifts.
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