Hubble Astronomers Observe Searchlight Beam from
Black Hole that is Emitting Energetic Particles

July 7, 2000   Using the Hubble Space Telescope, astronomers have observed a black hole that is emitting a very energetic and narrow stream of particles that is  similar to a searchlight beam. The beam extends into space for trillions of miles and is representative of a whole family of black holes that emit particles in a narrow beam. The NASA photo below shows the effect. Article.

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NASA Photo Showing Searchlight-Like Beam from Black Hole