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Jan172025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Shocking Discovery revel Supermassive Black Hole Targets Earth with Giant Energy Beam

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Astronomers have discovered a supermassive black hole in a distant galaxy shooting a powerful energy beam directly toward Earth. Dubbed J0410−0139, this rare cosmic phenomenon belongs to a category of black holes known as blazars. With a mass approximately 700 million times that of the Sun, the black hole dates back to the early universe, about 800 million years ago. The discovery was made using data from leading observatories, including the Atacama Large Millimeter Array, the Magellan Telescopes, and the European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope in Chile, along with NASA’s Chandra Observatory in orbit around Earth. “The alignment of J0410−0139’s jet with Earth gives us a rare opportunity to study the inner workings of a supermassive black hole,” said Emmanuel Momjian, co-...

Jan102025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Researchers Reveal Ancient Hotspot Shaped Formation of Great Lakes

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New evidence suggests that the Great Lakes owe their extraordinary size and depth not just to Ice Age glacial activity but also to ancient geological processes. A study published in Geophysical Research Letters highlights the role of a geographic hotspot that interacted with the Earth's lithosphere millions of years ago, reshaping our understanding of these iconic water bodies' origins. As the ancient supercontinent Pangea drifted over the hotspot, the Earth's lithosphere thinned. This thinning made the region's crust more fragile and susceptible to deformation, paving the way for significant geological transformations over time. Seismic Wave Analysis Confirms Deformation Seismic wave data provided key evidence for the hotspot's role. Unusual horizontal wave movements beneath ...

Jan72025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Earthquake in Tibet Claims 95 Lives, Tremors Felt in India

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A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.1 struck Tibet near the Nepalese border early Tuesday morning, leaving 95 people dead, according to Chinese media Xinhua. The tremors, originating from Tingri county in Shigatse city, were felt across parts of India, including Bihar, Assam, and West Bengal. The quake's epicenter was located in Tingri, approximately 400 km southwest of Lhasa, the capital of Tibet. Tingri is a popular tourism hub for visitors to Mount Everest. The National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported that the earthquake occurred at 6:35 am. Two aftershocks were recorded soon after: A 4.7-magnitude quake at 7:02 am at a depth of 10 km or 4.9-magnitude quake at 7:07 am at a depth of 30 km. Both aftershocks were centered in Xizang, Tibet, according to NCS updates shared...

Jan72025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Powerful 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Tibet, Claims 32 Lives

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A devastating earthquake of magnitude 7.1 struck Tibet near the Nepalese border early this morning, leaving 32 people dead, Chinese media outlet Xinhua reported via AFP. The tremors were felt across several regions, including parts of India such as Bihar, Assam, and West Bengal, sending shockwaves of concern through affected areas. The earthquake occurred at 6:35 am, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS), and was followed by two aftershocks. The first aftershock, measuring 4.7 in magnitude, was recorded at 7:02 am at a depth of 10 km. The second, a 4.9-magnitude tremor, struck at 7:07 am at a depth of 30 km. In Bihar, residents were seen rushing out of their homes and apartments as the tremors shook the region. While no damage to property has been reported in India, t...

Dec232024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Wobbly Earth Shifts in Molten Core Could Be Altering Day-Length Fluctuations

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Earth's day-night cycle, defined as a precise 24-hour period, serves as the cornerstone of our daily routines. Yet, the reality of our planet's rotation is far from precise. As Earth hurtles around the Sun at a staggering 107,000 kilometers per hour (67,000 miles per hour), its wobbly, molten interior and interactions with the Moon introduce subtle irregularities to the planet's rotation. Decoding Earth's Wobbly Spin While many short-term fluctuations in Earth's day-length have well-known causes such as the Moon's gravitational pull and shifting water volumes geophysicists have observed minute variations over millennial timescales that remain enigmatic. These fluctuations, amounting to just 3 to 4 milliseconds every thousand years, have perplexed scientists for decades. A team of ...

Dec212024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

NASA Juno Uncovers the Secret of Io Volcanic Activity

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NASA’s Juno mission has resolved a 44-year-old mystery about Io, Jupiter’s fiery moon. New research reveals that each of Io’s volcanoes is powered by its own localized magma chamber, dismissing the long-held theory of a global magma ocean beneath the moon's surface. The groundbreaking discovery was unveiled in a study published in Nature on December 12 and was also a highlight of the American Geophysical Union’s annual meeting in Washington. The finding deepens our understanding of Io, the most volcanically active body in the solar system, and its role in planetary science. Io, about the size of Earth’s Moon, hosts over 400 volcanoes that constantly spew lava and gas. While the moon was discovered by Galileo Galilei in 1610, its volcanic activity wasn’t observed until 1979, when NASA...

Dec212024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Scientists Uncover New Theory Behind Stonehenge’s Construction

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A recent study published in Archaeology International suggests that the iconic Stonehenge in England may have been built to unify ancient Britain, serving as a symbol of collaboration and shared identity long before the formation of a formal kingdom. Located in Wiltshire on the southern edge of Salisbury Plain, the monumental structure was constructed in phases between 3100 and 1600 BCE, with stones transported from as far away as southwest Wales and northeast Scotland. The study proposes that communities from Scotland and Wales contributed their local stones to Stonehenge as a gesture of unity and cooperation, symbolizing political unification across Britain. Researchers highlighted the significance of these "alien rocks" being transported over hundreds of miles to a single location, e...

Nov212024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Sawmill Sink: A Time Capsule of The Bahamas’ Ancient Past

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Nestled on Great Abaco Island in The Bahamas, Sawmill Sink a mysterious blue hole has revealed an extraordinary trove of fossils that shed light on the island’s ancient history. For over a decade, beginning in 2005, researchers plunged into the perilous depths of this natural wonder, uncovering secrets from a world long vanished. "This was probably the most important site I'd ever had a chance to get involved with," said David Steadman, curator emeritus at the Florida Museum of Natural History. However, these groundbreaking explorations came to a halt five years ago when a devastating hurricane wreaked havoc on Great Abaco, disrupting the fossil collection efforts and leaving the remaining treasures submerged, possibly forever. Formation of Sawmill Sink Sawmill Sink, like other...

Nov202024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Earth’s Magnetic North Pole Drifts Rapidly Towards Russia: Scientists Raise Concerns

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The Earth's magnetic North Pole is moving toward Russia at an accelerating pace, raising concerns about its impact on navigation systems, technological infrastructure, and even life on Earth. British scientists tracking the pole’s movements report it has shifted 2,250 kilometers from Canada to Siberia and is now traveling at a speed of 50-60 kilometers per year up from just 15 kilometers per year in the 1990s. The magnetic North Pole is critical for modern navigation, including planes, ships, and smartphones, which rely on the Earth's magnetic field for direction. Scientists warn that continued rapid movement could cause compasses to point east of true north by 2040, requiring recalibrations across industries. The British Geological Survey (BGS), which monitors the pole, emphasizes t...

Dec222023 by disastersNo Comments

Deadly Earthquake Strikes Remote Region in China’s Gansu Province Made Huge Losses

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A powerful magnitude-6.2 earthquake struck Jishishan county in China‘s northwestern province of Gansu, on the northern edge of the Qinghai-Tibetan plateau, around midnight on Tuesday. The seismic event has resulted in at least 111 reported deaths and over 230 injuries, according to Chinese state media. The quake, occurring at a depth of 10 km, has prompted extensive rescue and relief efforts in the affected region. The earthquake’s epicenter was 5 km from the border between Gansu and a neighboring province, with strong tremors felt in various parts of Qinghai province. The area, characterized by its remote and mountainous terrain, poses challenges for rescue operations. The affected county, Jishishan, is known for its high altitude, and the cold weather in the region adds complexity to ...