The explosion known as the Tasmanian Devil in a nearby galaxy has been repeatedly flaring with the same strength as the initial explosion for months after the initial flash. This explosion belongs to a rare category called luminous fast blue optical transients (LFBOTs), which are incredibly bright and have their own quirks. New analysis suggests that the Tasmanian Devil points to the formation of a neutron star or black hole, pushing the limits of physics with its extreme energy production. #science #universe #explosion #physics #galaxy