A 41,000-year-old event known as the Laschamps flip dramatically altered Earth’s magnetic field, leading to a global catastrophe. Scientists have recreated the eerie sounds of this ancient event using data from ESA’s Swarm satellite. The weakened magnetic field allowed cosmic radiation to penetrate Earth’s atmosphere, causing damage that may have destroyed the ozone layer and … Read more
The Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC), our nearest galactic neighbor, is a treasure trove of gas and dust, hosting regions of intense star formation. A recent snapshot of NGC 2040, captured by the Gemini South Telescope, showcases the vibrant energy emanating from thousands of stars in this stunning open cluster. Located in the constellation Dorado, NGC … Read more
Elon Musk’s new website, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has leaked classified information about the US intelligence agency, sparking concerns among government officials. The website, launched on Wednesday, provides details about federal staff, including budgetary specifics and employee headcounts. However, despite a note at the bottom stating that military and intelligence agencies are not included … Read more
Nick Schifrin, Foreign Affairs and Defense Correspondent for PBS NewsHour, is a renowned journalist known for his in-depth coverage of global conflicts. With multiple trips to Ukraine since the full-scale invasion, he has led NewsHour’s daily foreign coverage. Schifrin’s work has earned him numerous awards. The PBS NewsHour series “Inside Putin’s Russia” won a 2017 … Read more
NASCAR’s top teams are buzzing about a new pit system used by Joe Gibbs Racing during qualifying races at Daytona International Speedway, which could potentially impact Sunday’s Daytona 500. The system uses a tablet to alert drivers when to leave on a fuel-only stop, shaving precious seconds off pit road times. The unique approach involves … Read more
Wisconsin guard Kamari McGee was ejected from Saturday’s game against Purdue after making contact with Purdue’s Trey Kaufman-Renn while trying to defend him. The incident occurred when Braden Smith came off a screen set by Kaufman-Renn, prompting McGee to run through the player. McGee was assessed a Flagrant 2 foul, which is considered excessive and … Read more
Millions of Americans are in for a welcome surprise in 2025: a 2.5% increase in their monthly Social Security benefits. This annual Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) helps beneficiaries keep pace with inflation and rising living costs. The average monthly benefit for retired workers will rise from $1,907 to approximately $1,954, providing much-needed financial relief. Those eligible … Read more
Five years after public promises to boost diversity, equity, and inclusion, some corporations are renegeing on their commitments without making progress. The NAACP warns that the reversal of these efforts harms Black communities and erodes economic opportunities. Major corporations like Delta Airlines, Apple, and Ben & Jerry’s have reaffirmed their dedication to DEI initiatives, while … Read more
James Howells, a computer science analyst, has been on a decades-long quest to retrieve his lost Bitcoin hard drive worth around $800 million after it was accidentally thrown away in 2013. The drive contains the only copy of his private key, allowing him to access a Bitcoin wallet. Howells has repeatedly asked the Newport City … Read more
Isaac McKneely scored a game-high 22 points, leading Virginia to a 73-70 win over Virginia Tech in Blacksburg on Saturday. The Cavaliers’ victory snapped a three-year streak of alternating wins at home for both teams. Virginia took an early lead with Elijah Saunders’ three-pointer before halftime, but Virginia Tech mounted a comeback in the final … Read more