"Rare Last-Minute Sighting: Star Studied 150 Days Before Supernova"

Astronomers have observed a star, SN 2023fyq, just 150 days before it went supernova, shedding light on the instability of progenitor stars. The star's luminosity increased exponentially before its explosion, challenging traditional understanding of supernova progenitors and highlighting the importance of studying stars in the years leading up to their demise. This rare last-minute sighting provides valuable insights into the behavior of stars before they go supernova and has been submitted for publication in Astronomy & Astrophysics.