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Since light is curved around a galaxy cluster, it is seven years later than usual.

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The light from a quasar was delayed by about 2458 days as the path it is Travel ling to us has been bent by the gravity from a cluster of galaxies Space 23 June 2022 The four white dots around the centre of this image are all light coming from the same quasar ESA/NASA/Keren Sharon (Tel-Aviv University)/Eran Ofek (CalTech) Light from a quasar has been delayed for seven years as its path to us was diverted by the gravity from a  cluster of galaxies. It is the longest recorded delay of its kind so far. When an object in space is massive enough, it can act as a gravitational lens that bends light around it. For those watching from Earth, it can produce multiple images of things behind the big … No commitment, cancel anytime* Offer ends 14th March 2023. *Cancel anytime within 14 days of payment to receive a refund on unserved issues. Existing subscribers, please log in with your email address to link your account access. Inclusive of applicable taxes (VAT) MORE FROM ...