Milky Way galaxy might not collide with Andromeda after all

New computer simulations suggest the Milky Way galaxy's predicted collision with Andromeda may not happen as previously thought. Astronomers utilized data from the Hubble and Gaia space telescopes to run 100,000 different scenarios. These simulations indicate that the galaxies might miss each other entirely or have a much gentler interaction than a direct merger. The precise trajectory and outcome depend on factors like the dark matter distribution within both galaxies.

This finding could significantly alter our understanding of galactic evolution and the future structure of our local cosmic neighborhood.