Powehi: Black hole in first ever photo name means 'embellished dark source of unending creation'
The black hole that starred in the first ever photo to be taken of its kind has been given a name. The now famous swirling void will be known as Powehi, a Hawaiian word which has been bestowed by a language professor. And the name's meaning, chosen by University of Hawaii-Hilo Hawaiian Professor Larry Kimura, is as fittingly dramatic as the picture and work that produced it. We'll tell you what's true. You can form your own view.
Apr-13-2019, 06:53:39 GMT
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