<ul><li>The Hubble Space Telescope captured a stunning image of a spiral galaxy, UGC 5460, and a bright star nearby.</li><li>The galaxy has witnessed two significant supernova explosions in the past 14 years, providing valuable insights for astronomers.</li><li>Supernova explosions spread heavy elements in interstellar space, sparking the formation of new stars.</li><li>The detailed image of UGC 5460 combines data from ultraviolet, near-infrared, and visible light parts of the spectrum.</li></ul>

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