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Nuclear fusion experiment produces the brightest X-rays on Earth yet

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: New Scientist
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What happened

A new twist on nuclear fusion ignition emitted X-rays that are as bright as some stars, which could enable other extreme experiments…

Key facts

  • Reported by New Scientist and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:00:00 UTC.

Why it matters

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What to watch next

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  • Mission milestones and next scheduled attempt
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