Summary: Astronomers have spotted the most distant supernova yet and hope that it may be able to give more clues about Dark Energy.
Bonus fact: Supernovas are usually named for composers. This one is named for jazz musician Charles Mingus.
BBC News: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-20968199
Berkeley Lab: http://newscenter.lbl.gov/news-releases/2013/01/09/scp0401-farthest-yet/
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