The New York Times article discusses the concept of dark energy and its potential misinterpretation. It posits that the accelerating expansion of the universe may not be due to dark energy but rather the gravitational collapse of matter in localized regions. This perspective challenges the prevailing notion of dark energy as a fundamental force driving cosmic expansion, suggesting a need for reevaluation of current astrophysical models.
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