"Rare Nova Outburst to Create New Star in Night Sky: How to See It"

Astronomers are closely monitoring the T Coronae Borealis star system, which is expected to undergo a significant brightening event, making it visible to the naked eye. This phenomenon, known as a nova, occurs when a white dwarf star pulls material from a red giant, leading to a surge in brightness. The last two occurrences of this event were in 1866 and 1946, and based on recent dimming and historical evidence, astronomers predict that the next brightening could happen between February and September of this year. When it happens, T Coronae Borealis should be visible for a few days to the naked eye, followed by a week with binoculars.