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Archaeologists Unearth 'Once-in-a-Century' Bathhouse in Pompeii
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science / earth
10 hours ago

Archaeologists Unearth 'Once-in-a-Century' Bathhouse in Pompeii

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  • Luxury bathhouse in Pompeii offers insights into Roman elite culture.
  • Bathhouse could host 30 guests, featuring a caldarium, tepidarium, and frigidarium.
  • Design includes Greek-themed events, showcasing extravagant Roman lifestyle.
  • Owned by wealthy resident, it highlights societal disparities pre-eruption.
  • Excavations in Regio IX uncover bathhouse amid vibrant residential area.
  • Artifacts like coins and jewelry reflect Pompeii's daily life and tragic end.
  • Preserved mosaics and frescoes detail life before swift deaths from eruption.
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Trump's Science Policies Stir Controversy Amid New Appointments
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politics / policies
7 hours ago

Trump's Science Policies Stir Controversy Amid New Appointments

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  • 50,000 scientists urge Congress for science integrity, resisting political interference.
  • Virginia Burkett's reinstatement underscores issues from Trump’s climate science alterations.
  • Union warns Trump's Schedule F return threatens federal scientific protections.
  • Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination evokes fears for public health and science integrity.
  • Union of Concerned Scientists advocates against laws undermining future science.
  • Project 2025 threatens to weaken environmental safety regulations under Trump.
  • Scientists prepare defenses to protect climate science from potential political pressure.
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Unveiling Hidden Supermassive Black Holes Across the Universe
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science / space
9 hours ago

Unveiling Hidden Supermassive Black Holes Across the Universe

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  • Infrared imaging unveils black holes with unmatched detail.
  • Large Binocular Telescope uncovers black hole mysteries.
  • 1ES 1927+654 black hole challenges existing theories.
  • X-ray bursts suggest mysterious object near 1ES 1927+654.
  • Unexpected white dwarf orbits a supermassive black hole.
  • Hidden black holes key to galaxy formation processes.
  • LISA mission may confirm white dwarf's orbit via waves.
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Psychedelic DMT Trial in UK for Tackling Alcohol Misuse Shows Promise
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science / life
2 hours ago

Psychedelic DMT Trial in UK for Tackling Alcohol Misuse Shows Promise

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  • UK scientists trial DMT to combat alcohol misuse.
  • DMT, from ayahuasca, has historic healing uses.
  • Study at UCL aims to lower alcohol consumption.
  • Ravi Das and Jeremy Skipper lead this research.
  • 120 participants in largest psychedelic brain study.
  • DMT given intravenously lasts around 15 minutes.
  • Success may lead to phase 3 trial of treatment.
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New Galaxy Class Unveils Universe's Expansion Mysteries
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science / space
22 hours ago

New Galaxy Class Unveils Universe's Expansion Mysteries

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  • Astronomers unveil 'Little Red Dots' from 600 million years post-Big Bang.
  • 70% of these LRDs may contain supermassive black holes, exhibiting high redshift.
  • Little Red Dots could explain the universe's faster-than-expected expansion.
  • Hubble constant inconsistencies hint at needed updates to cosmology models.
  • New Hubble constant calculated at 76.5 km/s/Mpc sparks expansion debate.
  • DESI project improves precision in measuring cosmic distances.
  • Coma Cluster aids in ensuring accuracy of cosmic measurements.
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Nigerian and NASA Scientists Honored with Presidential Early Career Awards
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science / life
1 hour ago

Nigerian and NASA Scientists Honored with Presidential Early Career Awards

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  • Biden awards PECASE to early career scientists on January 17, 2025.
  • Six Nigerians honored for crucial healthcare research contributions.
  • Nineteen NASA researchers recognized for space science innovations.
  • PECASE established in 1996 to honor promising early career scientists.
  • Awards emphasize science and technology's role in America's future.
  • Nigerian President praises global potential of Nigerian scientists.
  • Awards foster early career development in science and tech.
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Exploration of Near-Death Experiences After Peter Fenwick's Passing
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science / life
1 hour ago

Exploration of Near-Death Experiences After Peter Fenwick's Passing

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  • Near-death expert Peter Fenwick dies at 89, inspiring further discussions.
  • His 1995 book, 'The Truth in the Light', examines over 300 near-death experiences.
  • Readers shared personal stories following Fenwick's obituary, sparking discussions.
  • Michel Forest from Montreal shared his teacher's mother's peaceful final words.
  • Jeff Sears describes seeing a 'beautiful bright light' during a hospital experience.
  • Elliot Hoffman experienced a blissful vision near death in San Francisco.
  • Such experiences often reduce individuals' fear of death, a topic Fenwick explored.
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Biden's Science Policy Elevates Public Engagement and Technological Innovation
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politics / policies
6 hours ago

Biden's Science Policy Elevates Public Engagement and Technological Innovation

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  • Biden elevates science to Cabinet-level for federal decision-making.
  • Community involved in research, shifting roles from consultants to participants.
  • CHIPS Act 2022 boosts U.S. semiconductor manufacturing.
  • Federal research funding now considers ethical and societal impacts.
  • Policies focus on developing carbon-capture and AI technologies.
  • White House supports regional scientific projects across disciplines.
  • Future efforts aim to enhance U.S. leadership in technology innovations.
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Elon Musk's Starship Rocket Explodes Minutes After Texas Launch
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science / space
21 hours ago

Elon Musk's Starship Rocket Explodes Minutes After Texas Launch

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  • Elon Musk's Starship exploded minutes after launch on Jan 16, 2025.
  • The launch occurred at Boca Chica, Texas, with SpaceX's seventh test flight.
  • Starship carried 10 dummy satellites and lost contact after 8.5 minutes.
  • The rocket exploded mid-air, causing debris that diverted air traffic.
  • SpaceX termed the explosion a 'rapid unscheduled disassembly.'
  • The booster successfully returned, landing safely on the launchpad.
  • Teams are analyzing data to find the cause of the explosion.
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Astronauts Repair ISS Black Hole Observatory & Inspect Cosmic Ray Detector
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science / space
1 day ago

Astronauts Repair ISS Black Hole Observatory & Inspect Cosmic Ray Detector

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  • Williams and Hague's spacewalk on Jan 16 fixed astrophysics hardware on the ISS.
  • NICER telescope repairs boost precision in crucial X-ray cosmic research.
  • Williams replaced the rate gyro assembly, keeping the ISS properly oriented.
  • Planar reflector swap enhances spacecraft navigation data.
  • 273rd ISS spacewalk upgraded the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer for future use.
  • Post-spacewalk activities included recharging spacesuit tanks and batteries.
  • Experiments on space physics and semiconductor manufacturing continue on the ISS.
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