astronomers are able to study metal-rich stars in the galaxy's halo, which indicate it may have merged with a massive galaxy billions of years ago, creating the distinct Sombrero shape observed today.

The Hubble Space Telescope has released a breathtaking new view of the iconic Sombrero Galaxy (Messier 104) to mark its 35th ...

As the Hubble Space Telescope approaches 35 years since its launch, marking over three decades of incredible images of the ...

The Hubble Space Telescope reveals a new image of the Sombrero Galaxy, indicating its unique formation and merger with ...

The Sombrero Galaxy, also called Messier 104, sits around 31 million light-years away. It’s located in the direction of the ...

A newly released image from the Hubble Space Telescope shows the charming Sombrero Galaxy, named for its resemblance to the ...

Hubble’s sharp new image of the Sombrero Galaxy reveals unusual metal-rich stars, a calm black hole, and merger ...

Hubble’s 35‑year celebration brings a vibrant reimagining of the Sombrero Galaxy, revealing hidden dust lanes and far‑flung ...

creating the distinct Sombrero shape observed today. Astronomers are applying new image-processing techniques to previously released Hubble observations like this Sombrero Galaxy image in honor of ...

The Sombrero Galaxy is about 30 million light-years away within the constellation Virgo. Its most recognizable feature is its Mexican hat-like shape, hence the Sombrero nickname. But this galaxy ...