Yes, though it was through a high-intensity tel--oh, um...a tool that can view very, very long distances away. Though it was less of a supernova, and more the nebulae they cause, or signs of potential collapse.

[Maria looks away after a moment's pause, realizing she's probably speaking complete gibberish to this poor guy, then looks quite sheepish as she turns back to the camera.]

I'm sorry...I must be making no sense at all to you, aren't I?