
The Black Hole Files with Camille Carlisle
Video: Black Hole Warps Light
The hypnotizing effect of a black hole on its surroundings appears to dramatic effect in this simulation.

How “Light Echoes” Revealed a Black Hole’s Feeding Habits
Astronomers are taking a cue from bats, using a method similar to echolocation to map out the feeding environment around a black hole.

A Rapidly Spinning Black Hole with a Warped Disk
An X-ray telescope recently installed on the International Space Station has provided a detailed look at a black hole feeding off its companion star.

Black Hole Destroys Star and Shoots Jet
Astronomers have watched the growth of a jet fueled by a shredded star.

Explore the Night with Bob King
Meet My Variable Friend SS Cygni
Get acquainted with SS Cygni, the sky's brightest cataclysmic variable star. It's guaranteed to keep you on your toes.