The Quadrantid meteor shower is one of the strongest displays of the year, but it’s challenging to observe due to its short duration of about 6 hours. The main factor is the stream’s thin particle trail and the Earth crossing it at a perpendicular angle, resulting in a brief peak activity. The Quadrantids originate from … Read more
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has made a groundbreaking discovery that could be the closest we’ve come to proving life exists beyond Earth. The telescope has unveiled an exoplanet called K2-18 b, which is significantly larger than Earth and orbits a small, cool star in the constellation Leo. This planet has a unique atmosphere with … Read more
The James Webb space telescope has proven its worth year after year since its launch on Christmas Day, 2021. In 2024, it delivered five groundbreaking discoveries that reshaped our understanding of the universe. Astronomers used the telescope to find ancient galaxies larger and brighter than expected, revealing a more active early universe where galaxy formation … Read more
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments are set to be distributed earlier than usual this January, February, and March due to holidays falling on weekends. Instead of receiving payments on the first day of each month, recipients will receive their money on the last working day before the holiday. The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that … Read more
A surprise New Year’s Day giveaway from a local TV station has awarded over 20,000 residents of Minnesota with cash prizes, including one winner who took home the top prize of $1 million. The contest, which was announced on December 31st, asked participants to enter and share their goals for the new year on social … Read more
The US has seen a rise in bird flu cases across the country, with 66 human cases reported so far. While no positive tests have been confirmed in Maine, public health officials are monitoring the situation closely. The H5N1 avian flu virus has the potential to mutate and become more transmissible to people, prompting the … Read more
Jaire Alexander’s season is likely over due to a torn posterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. The Packers’ top cornerback underwent arthroscopic surgery on Tuesday and may not return this year if the team reaches the Super Bowl. With Green Bay clinched playoff spot but as the No. 7 seed, Alexander will have played … Read more
The US housing market is expected to face significant challenges in 2025, with experts predicting a slow but steady recovery from the current slump. Americans who locked into ultra-low mortgage rates during the pandemic have little incentive to move into new homes and take on higher borrowing costs. According to Zillow’s chief economist, Skylar Olsen, … Read more
Wordle fans, don’t worry if you couldn’t crack today’s puzzle (#1,291). We’ve got the answer for you! The five-letter word was LEMUR, a small, monkey-like animal from Madagascar known for its thick fur and long tail. For those who are new to Wordle, here’s a quick rundown: enter one five-letter word, and the game will … Read more
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