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A probabilistic new map of the universe surrounding the Milky Way reveals that our galaxy is likely part of an even larger "basin of attraction" than we previously assumed.

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This new survey embraced advances in digital technologies ... which was first postulated by Einstein. The discovery that the ...

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The biggest new telescopes are being built in the mountains of Chile. They could change our understanding of the universe.