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Supernova 2008ge
Hi All,
CBET circular 1540:20081018 indicates the spectrum of the subject event reveals it to be a peculiar Type Ia supernova (ie an accreting white dwarf star that detonates due to runaway fusion) similar to 2002cx 23 days after maximum light.
Should still be bright for some time to come.
Intend to take a peek myself on the weekend and it seems (from Glen C's non-observation above) that the proximity to the nucleus of the host galaxy, will make it a difficult one to observe.
Best,
Les D
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