Astronomers have stumbled upon an astonishing shockwave around a long-dead star once believed to be completely inert. Their discovery reveals a surprisingly active system capable of driving a striking nebula—an event experts describe as a rare “wow” moment.

The Euclid space telescope has captured a breathtaking new image of a cosmic cloud, underscoring its capability to study both our celestial backyard and the vast universe beyond. Chosen as Space’s “photo of the day” on November 18, 2025, this visual accomplishment shines a spotlight on the future of astronomical exploration.