# A 'new' star could finally appear in the night sky this week, thanks to a once-in-a-lifetime explosion

> A once-in-a-lifetime stellar eruption could occur at any time, potentially causing a 'new star' to appear in the night sky.

- **Source:** [Space](https://www.space.com/stargazing/a-new-star-could-finally-appear-in-the-night-sky-this-week-thanks-to-a-once-in-a-lifetime-explosion?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a3ae13028abce6d4ad327a5)
- **Published:** 2026-06-23
- **Category:** Science
- **Tags:** #star #appear #lifetime #night #once #explosion #finally #thanks
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