In 1006 A.D., a new star appeared, lighting the skies in the Middle East, Europe, Asia and perhaps even North America. Many spotted the glowing orb. And though they didn't know it at the time ...

An ancient text suggests that an eighth-century jump in carbon 14 levels in trees could be explained by a previously unrecognized supernova explosion ...

Now astronomers say it may have been the supernova explosion that sprinkled unexplained traces of carbon-14 in tree rings that year, halfway around the world in Japan. IE 11 is not supported.

An Old English text refers to a "red crucifix" that appeared in the evening sky. Was it a supernova?.

Sky 'Crucifix' in Ancient Text May Be Mystery-Solving Supernova. News. By Live Science Staff published 29 June 2012 When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Now astronomers say it may have been the supernova explosion that sprinkled unexplained traces of carbon-14 in tree rings that year, halfway around the world in Japan. IE 11 is not supported.

Now astronomers say it may have been the supernova explosion that sprinkled unexplained traces of carbon-14 in tree rings that year, halfway around the world in Japan. News.