As a kid in a small Pakistani village, I’d lie on the roof under a star-packed sky, imagining monsters hiding in the dark patches. Years later, at an astronomy talk, I learned those patches could hide black holes—cosmic beasts so strange they bend reality itself. The idea gripped me, and it’s no wonder black holes captivate everyone from beginners to astrophysicists. In this guide, we’ll dive into what black holes are, how they form, their types, and why they’re key to understanding the universe. With 2025’s latest discoveries, we’ll unpack their secrets and share how you can explore them yourself.…