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The cosmic microwave background—the faint glow of the early universe traditionally seen as the remnant of the Big Bang—may need reinterpretation. Webb’s data suggests that many assumptions about the universe's earliest moments are incomplete or flawed.
The Way Forward: A Universe of Mysteries
Rather than providing clear answers, Webb's revelations deepen the enigma. Each new image and spectrum introduces fresh questions. The universe seems more layered, more unpredictable, and more astonishing than the straightforward story that once seemed sufficient.