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Science

Astronomers discover GRB 220706A lasting 27 days, longest observed

Reported by NewsBytes 26 Oct 2026, 11:34 pm IST 1 min read

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Astronomers have discovered GRB 220706A, a gamma-ray burst with an active central engine lasting 27 days, surpassing previous records by 20 days.

Astronomers have discovered a gamma-ray burst (GRB) that kept going for an incredible 27 days, way longer than the previous record of about six days. The event, called GRB 220706A, was first picked up in July 2022. Benjamin Gompertz from the Universi... [584 chars]

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Published: Monday, 26 October 2026, 11:34 pm IST
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