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New Evidence on Dark Energy Challenges Existing Understanding – Could This Mean the End of the Universe?

Published December 29, 2025, 21:03
New Evidence on Dark Energy Challenges Existing Understanding – Could This Mean the End of the Universe?

New data from the observation of the universe is causing upheaval in the astronomical community, challenging the prevailing theory of dark energy and the expansion of the universe. A South Korean team of researchers suggests that the expansion of the universe may be reversed, leading to a “Big Crunch”. This contrasts with the previous belief that the expansion would continue to accelerate, leading to a “Big Rip”. The data comes from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (Desi) and a re-examination of supernova data. The controversy is ongoing, with other astronomers questioning the findings but failing to fully dismiss them. A potential shift in understanding dark energy could lead to a radical revision of the laws of physics.