NASA's Roman Space Telescope released its first test image, showing stars in neon-green.

What it means

NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has released its first test image, captured by its Wide Field Instrument (WFI). The stars appear as neon-green rings because the telescope's camera is not yet fully focused—this is a preliminary 'first light' milestone, not a final science image. The green color comes from the specific filter used during the test. The image confirms the telescope is functioning after its launch in August 2026 and will be fine-tuned over the coming months.

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The claim is based on a NASA announcement and widely reported by reputable outlets like Live Science, which directly cites the space agency. The reporting is close to the primary source (NASA's release and images) and is consistent across multiple secondary sources. The accuracy of the claim itself is high.

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