Magnificent ring of stars captured by Hubble is the result of two galaxies in head-on collision

Astronomers observe intra-group light—the elusive glow between distant galaxies

Astronomers observe intra-group light -- the elusive glow between distant galaxies

An international team of astronomers have piloted a new image treatment procedure for studying the orphan stars between galaxies. Opening the door for future analyses of intra-group light.