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Astronomers have witnessed a titanic collision between two neutron stars, resulting in the birth of the smallest black hole ever observed and the creation of precious metals like gold, silver, and uranium. This incredible event, captured by a range of instruments including the Hubble Space Telescope, offers unprecedented insights into the origins of heavy elements and the dynamics of neutron star mergers.

Scientists have discovered that neutron star collisions, the most powerful events in the universe, can briefly trap neutrinos, known as ‘ghost particles’, due to the extreme heat and density generated. This finding could help researchers better understand the creation of heavy elements like gold and silver, which are formed in these turbulent environments.