In astronomy, a new era has begun as NASA's James Webb Space Telescope unveils its full capabilities.

Credits: NASA, ESA, CSA, and STScI

Carina Nebula.

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Carina Nebula. Captured in infrared light by NASA’s new James Webb Space Telescope.

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Stephan’s Quintet

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NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope reveals Stephan’s Quintet in a new light.

Credits: NASA, ESA, CSA, and STScI

Southern Ring Nebula

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NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has revealed for the first time that this star is cloaked in dust.

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WASP-96 B

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NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has captured the distinct signature of water, along with evidence for clouds and haze.

Credits: NASA, ESA, CSA, and STScI

SMACS 0723

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NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has produced the deepest and sharpest infrared image of the distant universe to date.

Credits: NASA, ESA, CSA, and STScI