The heavens are laying out a dazzling red carpet for a rare supermoon that’s about to make its appearance. It’s set to outshine and outsize all the other moons we’ve marveled at this year. Remember to look up on August 19. The August full moon, lovingly dressed...

Rare 'supermoon blue moon' will outshine and outsize all other moons this year

Once upon a time, around 135 million years ago, a unique crocodile roamed the seas during the age of dinosaurs. This marine predator, recently identified as Enalioetes schroederi, offers a fascinating glimpse into the diversity and lifestyle of ancient marine creatures. The discovery of this species unveils a new chapter...

Ancient crocodile had dolphin-like flippers and smooth skin

Scientists have discovered what they believe to be a large underground reservoir of liquid water on Mars. The study was made possible using data from NASA’s InSight lander, the first robotic lander designed to study the deep interior of the planet. The masterminds behind this research are Vashan Wright,...

Hidden water found on Mars would cover the planet over one mile deep

Astronomers from the University of Helsinki have recently discovered that the rotation of a nearby star, V889 Herculis, is markedly different from that of our Sun, offering new insights into fundamental stellar astrophysics. This finding could help improve our understanding of solar activity, including the formation of sunspots and solar...

Unusual rotation of a nearby star has never been seen before

A new study examining ancient temperatures and rainfall patterns in the tropical Andes of South America has revealed how climate history in this region over the past 16,000 years was influenced by carbon dioxide levels and ocean currents linked to global climate events. The study, led by researchers from Brown...

Rising CO2 will cause rapid climate change in the tropical Andes

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In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

It’s no secret that artificial sweeteners have been gradually replacing sugar in our daily diets, becoming increasingly prevalent in a variety of food and beverage products. One of the most commonly used sugar substitutes is Erythritol, which can be found in your morning coffee, protein bars, and a wide range of low-carb dietary products.

Artificial sweetener directly linked to blood clots and heart disease

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary from Donna Douglas are from an interview with her conducted by the author.]. Donna Douglas, who died of pancreative cancer at 82 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the hollering, rope-wearing, whistle-happy, and critter-cuddling Elly May Clampett on the 1960s classic TV hit, The Beverly Hillbillies.

TV's Beloved 'Beverly Hillbillies' Actress Donna Douglas: Nine Years After Her Death

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for ensuring the safety of the U.S. food supply, but a new study reveals that the agency has taken a hands-off approach when it comes to the safety of many additives already in our food. Self-regulation of food additives. Under current regulations,...

Hundreds of ingredients in U.S. foods are potentially unsafe

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

It’s no revelation that the human body undergoes natural wear and tear as we age. But you might be surprised to discover that this process isn’t as gradual as we’d presumed. A recent study reveals some remarkable truths about aging, specifically when and how our bodies start...

Discovery: Human bodies begin breaking down at a very precise age

New research led by Curtin University has revealed a surprising discovery about Stonehenge’s monumental Altar Stone, which has long been believed to originate from Wales. The study shows that this six-ton sandstone block actually comes from Scotland, shedding new light on the transportation methods and societal organization of Neolithic communities.

Stonehenge’s famous Altar Stone has surprising origins

Who would ever think that the cozy corners of your garden could harbor something deadly? Well, it’s time to believe it. Researchers have stumbled upon a tenacious, life-threatening fungus taking cover in the soils of our home gardens. This isn’t any typical garden-variety intruder, so to speak. It is...

Deadly fungus found in garden soils across America

In a remarkable revelation, recent research shows that mature forests are critical warriors in the battle against climate change. Contrary to prevailing theories, the study has revealed that older trees react to higher atmospheric levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) by boosting their production of woody biomass. This discovery strengthens the...

Mature forests play a surprising role in climate mitigation

A major international study has unveiled new insights into how bread wheat played a pivotal role in transforming the ancient world, ultimately becoming the iconic crop that sustains a global population of eight billion today. “Our findings shed new light on an iconic event in our civilization that created a...

How bread and wheat gave rise to a civilization of 8 billion people

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

Plant-based diets have the potential to reshape our planet’s future by significantly reducing global food-related emissions. A recent study reveals that adopting plant-based eating could cut climate-warming greenhouse gas emissions from our food supply chains by an impressive 17 percent. What we choose to eat isn’t just about personal...

Making the right food choices can literally change the world

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National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) helps to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 174 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Since January 1, 2024, there was a total of 1,445 reported missing in the country.

Missing Missouri children as of July 17, 2024, according to the NCMEC

Bird feeding is a common practice in homes around the world, often seen as a thoughtful way to support wildlife during harsh winters or breeding seasons. However, new research led by Andrew Abraham, an alumnus of Northern Arizona University (NAU) and a researcher at Aarhus University in Denmark, shows that this seemingly benign activity could be altering local ecosystems and contributing to environmental pollution.

Bird feeding pollutes local ecosystems

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Hubble discovers dark matter 'clump' in center of another galaxy

If you’ve ever wondered what keeps the universe together, you are not alone. Scientists around the globe have been engrossed in one question: what on earth...

Hubble discovers dark matter 'clump' in center of another galaxy

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