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NASA scientists have just identified mysterious shapes flying above the Earth but, don’t worry, this doesn’t mean that aliens are about to strike.Using an imaging instrument called the Global-scale Observations of the Limb and Disk (GOLD), the experts uncovered strange X and C shapes, which have been cropping up in surprising places at surprising times.The researchers found the structures dancing around the ionosphere – the area where Earth’s atmosphere meets space – and say that the discovery could help improve radio communications and space weather forecasts.The ionosphere – which sits around 50 to 400 miles (roughly 80 to 644 kilometres)...

NASA scientists discover strange structures hovering above Earth

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Binary star system T Coronae Borealis (T CrB) is about to go nova any day now. The recurrent nova explodes approximately every 79 or 80 years.

Once-in-a-lifetime star explosion, visible from Earth, could happen any day now

Early signs of next solar cycle detected in the sun’s sound waves. Researchers have detected the first signs of the Sun’s next 11-year solar cycle, even though it is only halfway through its current cycle. This discovery was made through sound waves within the Sun, according to a team from the University of Birmingham.

Despite being halfway through the current solar cycle, the Sun is starting next

Look into the night sky this weekend and chances are high that you'll see a rare comet. Comet 13P/Olbers is making its way back to the inner solar system after 68 years and it will be closest to Earth on Saturday, July 20, according to EarthSky.org. The Halley-type comet orbits...

A Rare Comet Will Be Closest to Earth This Weekend—Here's How to See It for the First Time in 68 Years

There are eight planets in our solar system – plus poor old Pluto, which was demoted in 2006 – but what if there were more?Turns out that might be the case. Astronomers have calculated there is a 7 per cent chance that Earth has another neighbour hiding in the Oort cloud, a spherical region of ice chunks and rocks that is tens of thousands of times farther from the sun than we are.“It’s completely plausible for our solar system to have captured such an Oort cloud planet,” said Nathan Kaib, a co-author on the work and an astronomer at the...

Scientists discover secret planet hiding in our solar system

An asteroid around the size of the Washington Monument is set to flash by Earth this month. The so-named 2024 MK asteroid will come even closer than the orbit of the moon on June 29 and is estimated to be around 394 to 885 feet in diameter. The asteroid could pass some 50,000 miles closer than the moon, according to NASA's Center for Near Earth Object Studies.

NASA warns Washington Monument-sized asteroid will come closer to Earth than the Moon

Portland, OR

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In a heartfelt goodbye that left pizza lovers in Northeast Portland mourning, American Dream Pizza has closed its doors after nearly four decades of serving the community. Founded in the fall of 1985 by Scott McFarland and Sebastian Manilow, this beloved pizzeria became a staple known for its unique traditions and delicious pies.

A much-loved pizza place is closing down suddenly after almost 40 years

A remarkable celestial event is upon us this month, presenting a sight that’s far from typical. On the night of July 30th, all of us will be in for a treat as not one, but two annual meteor showers light up the night sky simultaneously. The Delta Aquarids and...

Double meteor shower is set to light up the night sky in July

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Salt Life Beer, a beloved brand synonymous with ocean enthusiasts and craft beer lovers, is facing turbulent times as it files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Known for its crisp and refreshing lager inspired by the sea, Salt Life Beer has become a staple for those who cherish the ocean's allure.

Another famous beer brand is going bankrupt and will file for Chapter 11

Lancaster County, PA

Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Is it possible that one day we could make Mars like Earth? –Tyla, age 16, Mississippi. When I was in middle school, my biology teacher showed our class the sci-fi movie Star Trek III: The Search for Spock. The plot drew me in with its depiction of the “Genesis...

Could We Turn Mars Into Another Earth? Here’s What It Would Take to Terraform the Red Planet

SEATTLE — We all do it, but how often should we? A groundbreaking study from the Institute for Systems Biology (ISB) has uncovered fascinating links between how frequently we poop and our long-term health. It turns out that your bathroom habits might be more important than you think!. The...

Is pooping every day necessary? Timing of bowel movements has surprising links to health

Two teams of astronomers led by scientists at Caltech, have discovered the largest reservoir of water ever detected in the universe. And it's 30 billion trillion miles away.Yep, you read that correctly. The largest reservoir has been found in the cosmos, more specifically in a quasar, which is one of the brightest and most violent objects in the cosmos.The mass of water vapour is at least 140 trillion times more than all of the water in the world's oceans combined.Because the quasar is so far away, its light has taken 12 billion years to reach Earth. With the observations by...

12-billion-year-old body of water discovered floating in space

North Carolina State

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Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Las Vegas, NV

As the mercury rises, so does the stress on your car, especially in places like Las Vegas where triple-digit temperatures are the norm during the summer. A local driver, Frieda Vallejos, shared with KLAS-TV how living in Vegas for over 20 years has helped her body adapt to the heat, but unfortunately, the same can't be said for her car. She recently experienced her center console knob melting off—yikes!

A mechanic warns drivers to act now to avoid 'ruining their center console' as a heatwave approaches

The Perseid meteor shower, running from July 14 through September 1, 2024, is set to peak on the night of August 11-12. The peak will occur around midnight EDT on August 12, providing optimal viewing conditions. Viewing Tips and Conditions. For the best experience, head to a dark sky location,...

The Perseid Meteor Shower Began on July 14

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Elusive temporary star described in historical documents recreated using new computer model, shows it may have recently started generating stellar winds. A supernova remnant from 1181, resulting from two colliding white dwarfs, was analyzed using historical records and modern astronomy. The discovery in the constellation Cassiopeia reveals a complex structure with new stellar winds, possibly indicating a reignition of the remnant star. This interdisciplinary approach provides deeper insights into the dynamics of stellar phenomena.

Resurrecting History: The Unexpected Revival of Supernova 1181

“Early bird gets the worm,” they say. And our very own celestial early bird, the Sun, seems to be rising ahead of its time, already starting its next solar chapter, solar cycle 26, while being halfway through the current one. Why is the Sun in such a hurry?. The...

Sun's next solar cycle has already begun

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Early riser! The Sun is already starting its next solar cycle – despite being halfway through its current one

The first rumblings of the Sun’s next 11-year solar cycle have been detected in sound waves inside our home star – even though it is only...

Early riser! The Sun is already starting its next solar cycle – despite being halfway through its current one

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