New Clue Could Help Solve Mystery Of Boyajian’s (Tabby’s) Star

A new clue has just been found that could help solve the mystery of a weirdly dimming star. KIC 8462852, also known as Boyajian’s Star, seems to have a binary companion that could be contributing to its irregular dips in brightness. https://www.sciencealert.com/boyajian-s-star-isn-t-alone-astronomers-have-just-identified-a-binary-companion (Photo courtesy of NASA)