Month: July 2023

Archaeology

Ancient Human Remains With Heart-Shaped Skulls Discovered

Human remains with skulls intentionally deformed into heart-like shapes have been unearthed at an archaeological site in Mexico, revealing a unique and intriguing discovery. Researchers from Mexico’s National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) made this exceptional finding at the La Ferrería Archaeological Zone in Durango state, located in the lower northwest region of the country. During recent excavations at the site, archaeologists uncovered the … Continue reading Ancient Human Remains With Heart-Shaped Skulls Discovered

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Archaeology

Ruins of ancient Nero’s Theater discovered near Vatican

Archaeologists announced a fascinating discovery in Rome, revealing the ruins of Nero’s Theater, an imperial theater mentioned in ancient Roman texts but never before found. The remarkable find was made beneath the garden of a future Four Seasons Hotel, conveniently located near the Vatican. Since 2020, excavations have been carried out extensively under the walled garden of Palazzo della Rovere, a frescoed Renaissance building. The … Continue reading Ruins of ancient Nero’s Theater discovered near Vatican

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Space

NASA Lost Contact With ISS For First Time in Unexpected Power Outage

On Tuesday, July 25, a power outage occurred at NASA headquarters in Houston, resulting in a temporary disruption of communications with the International Space Station (ISS). This incident marked the first time since the ISS became fully operational in 2009 that NASA had to depend on its backup control systems to re-establish contact with the astronauts aboard the station, situated hundreds of kilometers above Earth’s … Continue reading NASA Lost Contact With ISS For First Time in Unexpected Power Outage

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Space

City-size comet headed toward Earth ‘grows horns’ after massive volcanic eruption

A rare volcanic comet on a trajectory toward the sun has exhibited a remarkable event, leading to its “horn-like” appearance after an explosion that caused it to radiate like a miniature star and disperse supercold “magma” into space. This unusual comet, known as 12P/Pons-Brooks (12P), is a cryovolcanic comet, distinguished by its icy composition containing a combination of ice, dust, and gas. Enveloped by a … Continue reading City-size comet headed toward Earth ‘grows horns’ after massive volcanic eruption

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Technology

Microsoft to supply AI tech to Japan government

According to a report from the Nikkei newspaper on Thursday, Microsoft Corp (MSFT.O) is set to offer its advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology to the Japanese government. This development comes after Microsoft improved the processing capabilities of its data centers located within Japan, Reuters has reported. The Japanese Digital Agency plans to conduct a trial run of the AI technology, which was developed by OpenAI, … Continue reading Microsoft to supply AI tech to Japan government

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Space

NASA and DARPA Tap Lockheed Martin for a Nuclear Propulsion Demo

As NASA directs its focus back to the Moon and sets ambitious goals for Mars and beyond in the coming decades, the agency is reevaluating the methods of space travel to reach these destinations. In collaboration with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), NASA has embarked on a project to develop a nuclear-powered rocket specifically designed for long-distance space missions. This joint effort, known … Continue reading NASA and DARPA Tap Lockheed Martin for a Nuclear Propulsion Demo

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Technology

Tiny robot can travel deep into lungs to detect and treat cancer

University of Leeds scientists have created an impressive tiny robot, inspired by the concept of “Fantastic Voyage,” that has the ability to venture deep into the lungs for early cancer detection and treatment. Measuring a mere two millimeters (0.08 inches) in diameter and skillfully controlled by magnets, this ultra-soft device can access even the smallest bronchial tubes within the lungs. The implications of this breakthrough … Continue reading Tiny robot can travel deep into lungs to detect and treat cancer

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Technology

Scientists Resurrected an Extinct Animal Frozen for 46,000 Years

According to a recent study, scientists have achieved the remarkable feat of reviving minute creatures known as nematodes, which had been in a deep slumber for an astonishing 46,000 years. These microscopic animals were successfully reanimated after being discovered in the permafrost, the frozen soil bordering Siberia’s northern Kolyma River. Radiocarbon analysis confirmed that they belonged to a previously unknown, functionally extinct species called Panagrolaimus … Continue reading Scientists Resurrected an Extinct Animal Frozen for 46,000 Years

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Business

UPS union calls off strike threat after securing pay raises for workers

The Teamsters union has successfully secured pay raises for United Parcel Service (UPS) workers, avoiding what could have been one of the most extensive strikes in U.S. history. According to Teamsters general president Sean O’Brien, UPS has committed to providing $30 billion in new funding as a direct outcome of the negotiations. O’Brien stated that this agreement sets a groundbreaking standard in the labor movement … Continue reading UPS union calls off strike threat after securing pay raises for workers

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Business

Bud Light Brewer Lays Off Hundreds of Workers

Anheuser-Busch InBev has implemented significant layoffs at its U.S. offices due to a prolonged decline in Bud Light sales. The world’s largest brewer, also responsible for selling Stella Artois and Budweiser, announced on Wednesday that the job cuts would impact less than 2% of its approximately 18,000 U.S. workforce. However, the company reassured that front-line workers, including brewery and warehouse staff, would not be affected, … Continue reading Bud Light Brewer Lays Off Hundreds of Workers

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Business

Dow snaps its longest winning streak since 1987

On Thursday, U.S. stock indexes closed in negative territory, breaking the remarkable 13-day winning streak of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, which had been the longest such streak since 1987. Earlier in the day, stocks had surged following positive gross domestic product (GDP) figures indicating a strengthening U.S. economy in the second quarter. The previous day, the Dow had risen by 0.2%, marking its 13th … Continue reading Dow snaps its longest winning streak since 1987

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Business

GDP grew at a 2.4% pace in the second quarter, topping expectations 

The U.S. economy displayed robustness in the second quarter, defying recession concerns, as reported by the Commerce Department on Thursday. Gross Domestic Product (GDP), the total value of goods and services produced, grew at a faster-than-expected annualized rate of 2.4% for the period from April to June. This outperformed the consensus estimate of 2% by Dow Jones and also exceeded the 2% pace seen in … Continue reading GDP grew at a 2.4% pace in the second quarter, topping expectations 

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Politics

Trump wants to see Biden impeached

Donald Trump is actively pushing for President Joe Biden’s impeachment, and he has found allies among his fellow Republicans in Congress and potential 2024 GOP presidential contenders, all eager to support his cause, especially as Trump faces his own legal challenges. One of Trump’s main opponents, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, publicly stated that House Republicans have the right to consider an impeachment inquiry against Biden. … Continue reading Trump wants to see Biden impeached

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Politics

UFO Hearing Witness: ‘Non-Human’ Bodies Recovered

During a House Oversight Committee hearing, former Pentagon intelligence official David Grusch testified confidently that the government possessed nonhuman craft. He expressed absolute certainty, drawing on information gathered from interviews with 40 witnesses and claiming to know the location of the material. Grusch also revealed that nonhuman “biologics” were retrieved alongside the craft. His original claims were made last month and were later expanded upon … Continue reading UFO Hearing Witness: ‘Non-Human’ Bodies Recovered

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Politics

McConnell Health Alarm: Escorted out after freezing during press conference

During a press conference on Wednesday, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) experienced a sudden moment of being unable to speak, causing concern among his GOP colleagues. They promptly led him away to ensure his well-being after he couldn’t complete his opening remarks. However, the skilled political operator, who is highly regarded by his colleagues as one of the most effective in modern history, soon … Continue reading McConnell Health Alarm: Escorted out after freezing during press conference

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Politics

House Republican lines up behind McCarthy on impeachment

House Republicans find themselves torn between two opposing forces regarding the prospect of impeaching Joe Biden: the enthusiasm of conservatives eager to target the president and the need to protect their members in pro-Biden districts. During a closed-door GOP meeting on Wednesday, Speaker Kevin McCarthy brought up the topic of impeachment but advised caution. He emphasized that any potential impeachment inquiry would only be initiated … Continue reading House Republican lines up behind McCarthy on impeachment

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Politics

Hunter Biden pleads not guilty after plea deal derailed

Hunter Biden, on Wednesday, entered a plea of not guilty to federal tax charges after the initial plea deal he had reached with the government fell apart due to the judge’s questions about the agreement’s terms. The unexpected turn of events occurred during a hearing in federal court, where Biden had been expected to plead guilty to two counts of tax evasion under the previously … Continue reading Hunter Biden pleads not guilty after plea deal derailed

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U.S. News

Miami-Dade police chief shot himself after offering resignation, mayor says

Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava revealed that the director of the Miami-Dade Police Department, Alfredo “Freddy” Ramirez, offered to resign from his position just hours before he shot himself. This disclosure came to light as Ramirez continued to recover in a Tampa hospital from the shooting incident. State officials are conducting an investigation into the events leading up to the self-inflicted gunshot, which included … Continue reading Miami-Dade police chief shot himself after offering resignation, mayor says

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U.S. News

3 Marines found dead in vehicle in North Carolina died from carbon monoxide poisoning

According to a press release from the Pender County Sheriff’s Office, the three Marines who were found dead inside a vehicle in North Carolina died from carbon monoxide poisoning. The autopsies, which were conducted on Wednesday, confirmed that all three deaths were consistent with carbon monoxide poisoning. The Marine Corps has since identified the deceased as Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Merax C. Dockery, 23, from … Continue reading 3 Marines found dead in vehicle in North Carolina died from carbon monoxide poisoning

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U.S. News

Kansas man charged with killing father, stabbing stranger before police shoot him

A Kansas City, Kansas man, John McGriff, is facing murder charges for the killing of his father and the stabbing of a woman, followed by being shot and wounded by the police. On Tuesday, John McGriff, 32, was charged with second-degree murder for the attack that occurred on July 18. He had previously been charged with aggravated battery, mistreatment of a dependent adult or elder … Continue reading Kansas man charged with killing father, stabbing stranger before police shoot him

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U.S. News

Crane on Manhattan skyscraper collapses onto street

In a dramatic incident that caused panic among New Yorkers, a construction crane hanging 45 stories above the street caught fire and partially collapsed onto a nearby high-rise building in Hell’s Kitchen on Wednesday morning. The chaotic scene resulted in injuries to a dozen people as residents and passersby scrambled for safety. The crane operator was inside the cabin, busy lifting 16 tons of concrete … Continue reading Crane on Manhattan skyscraper collapses onto street

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U.S. News

Homeowner jailed for spraying passing woman in face with water hose

A homeowner in a Florida golf course community ended up in jail due to a trespassing dispute after he sprayed a passing woman in the face with his garden hose, as reported by the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office. The incident occurred in an unincorporated area approximately 70 miles northeast of Orlando on Friday, July 21. Authorities were called to a home in the Plantation Bay … Continue reading Homeowner jailed for spraying passing woman in face with water hose

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World News

Ship carrying 3,000 cars ablaze off Dutch coast, crew member dead

A cargo ship caught fire off the Dutch coast, carrying almost 3,000 vehicles, resulting in the tragic death of one crew member and injuries to several others, as reported by the coastguard. The incident occurred on Tuesday night aboard the 199-meter (655-foot) Panama-registered vessel named Fremantle Highway while it was en route from Germany to Egypt. Faced with the raging flames, some crew members were … Continue reading Ship carrying 3,000 cars ablaze off Dutch coast, crew member dead

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World News

London jury acquits Kevin Spacey of sexual assault charges on his birthday

Kevin Spacey used his charm, humor, and displays of emotion to win over the jury during his sexual assault trial. He skillfully dropped names of fellow stars and shared stories from his once-celebrated career, while his lawyer vehemently portrayed his accusers as liars and painted Spacey as the true victim. In the end, Spacey’s performance as a witness in his own defense proved successful as … Continue reading London jury acquits Kevin Spacey of sexual assault charges on his birthday

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World News

Niger’s presidential guard surrounds leader’s home in what African organizations call a coup attempt

On Wednesday, members of Niger’s presidential guard encircled the presidential palace in what African organizations deemed an attempted coup against the country’s democratically elected leader. The U.S. confirmed that the rebellious soldiers had detained President Mohamed Bazoum. According to a tweet from Niger’s presidency account, the elite guard unit engaged in an “anti-Republican demonstration” and sought support from other security forces, but their efforts were … Continue reading Niger’s presidential guard surrounds leader’s home in what African organizations call a coup attempt

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