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Not all ORCs are in Middle Earth – Discovery of an Odd Radio Circle in LOFAR data

· Meredith Rawls · Aug. 20, 2026, 12:52 p.m.
Daily Paper Summaries AGN galaxy evolution LOFAR scientific discovery Astrophysics radio astronomy LOFAR
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This post discusses the discovery of Odd Radio Circles (ORCs), a newly identified extragalactic phenomenon, focusing on a specific ORC in LOFAR data that has distinguishing features. The cause of ORCs remains a mystery, prompting further exploration and study.
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