In a shocking turn of events, scientists have discovered a new class of space explosions that are so bizarre, they're starting to think aliens are trying to create the universe's most epic fireworks display. EP240408a, a recent cosmic explosion, has left experts baffled because it checks some boxes for various phenomena but doesn't quite fit into any category. It's like a cosmic party crasher that shows up, does a few tricks, and then disappears without leaving a phone number.

Meanwhile, another explosion, XRT 200515, has been found, and theories are ranging from a giant magnetar flare to a cosmic event that no one has ever seen before. Scientists are thrilled, mostly because it means they get to write papers with titles like, "Mysterious Space Explosion: A Mystery Wrapped in an Enigma, Covered in an Alien Sauce." So, it seems the universe has decided to create its own version of a magic show, and we're just along for the ride.