The shadow of a black hole is observed at the center of the galaxy M87. The bright ring is created by light that actually bends in the intense gravity around the object. Image: Event Horizon Telescope Collaboration

Black Hole’s Shadow Seen for the First Time

The first-ever direct image of a black hole’s point of no return confirms theories, thrills scientists.

The heart of the beast has finally been spotted. Or at least the membrane surrounding the heart. The first-ever direct image of a black hole’s shadow was released today by an international team of scientists after a…