What’s the most massive star in the universe?

The sun is often thought of as an average star, but it’s actually in the top 90th percentile by mass. Most stars are smaller, cooler red dwarfs with much less mass. Stars need a certain mass to sustain nuclear fusion, which defines them as stars. There is an upper mass limit for stars; if they get too massive, they can tear themselves apart due to the energy they produce. Mass is crucial because it determines the balance between gravity pulling inward and the energy pushing outward from the star’s core. This balance affects the star’s temperature and energy production. Understanding these dynamics helps us learn about the life cycles of stars and the universe. QUESTION: How might our understanding of the sun’s true nature change the way we view our place in the universe?