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The US Transportation Department awarded $60 million in emergency relief funding to Maryland after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore ...
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What contributed to the Baltimore Bridge collapse?: "Dirty" fuel and a bridge designed for ships from another era may have factored into the collapse.
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Quick Glance: Tragedy in Baltimore: Fatal Bridge Collapse and Intensive Investigations
- A cargo ship that lost control and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore had previously undergone engine maintenance in the port, according to the US Coast Guard. Divers retrieved the bodies of two of the six workers who fell into the water, while the search for the others was deemed unsuccessful.
- Investigators commenced gathering evidence from the cargo ship involved in striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The victims were from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, with authorities suspecting that the other vehicles with victims were trapped.
How to view the 2024 solar eclipse safely: A guide to protecting your eyes: From finding safe glasses to building a pinhole projector, here’s what to know before ...
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Quick Glance: Inspiring Students Through Solar Eclipse Simulation
- An Indianapolis teacher uses a solar eclipse simulation to inspire her students.
- Students simulate a total solar eclipse and learn about the upcoming event.
- Insight from an astronomy professor and emphasis on eclipse safety.
- Efforts to ensure students can safely observe the eclipse during a remote learning day.
Two more abusers at J-pop predator's company: The two individuals involved in sex abuse at Johnny Kitagawa's agency are still alive, BBC is told.
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Former U.S. Senator, Joe Lieberman dies at 82, media reports: Former U.S. senator and vice presidential nominee Joe Lieberman has died at the 82 ...
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Quick Glance: Joe Lieberman, Former US Senator and Vice Presidential Candidate, Passes Away at 82
- Former U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman from Connecticut, who came close to winning the vice presidency on the Democratic ticket with Al Gore in the disputed 2000 election and nearly became running mate to Republican John McCain eight years later, has passed away.
- Lieberman passed away in New York City as a result of complications following a fall.
- His advocacy for issues such as gay rights, civil rights, abortion rights, and environmental causes often earned him praise from many liberals, despite causing discontent among Democrats due to his independent stance and provocations towards Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama during the 2008 campaign.
- Renowned for his firm foreign policy perspectives, pro-defense inclinations, and robust support for environmental matters, Lieberman was instrumental in the legislative efforts leading to the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security.
Twisted magnetic field observed around Milky Way's central black hole: Astronomers on Wednesday announced that they have detected a strong and organized magnetic ...
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Polar ice is melting and changing Earth’s rotation. It’s messing with time itself
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Quick Glance: Earth Spinning Faster: Time Could Lose a Second
- A faster spinning Earth could cause the world to lose a second, changing the future.
- Melting ice at the poles has delayed the Earth's faster rotation.
- The study discusses the transition from atomic to astronomical time and technological challenges with leap seconds.
- Despite difficulties with leap seconds, changes in time management are planned from the 2030s onwards.
US lottery player wins $1.1bn Mega Millions jackpot: The lucky winner is poised to take home the fifth largest jackpot in the lottery's history.
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Quick Glance: Strategies for Powerball and Mega Millions: Tips for Choosing Numbers
- Nicholas Kapoor unexpectedly won the Powerball lottery and used it as a teaching tool.
- The odds of winning Powerball and Mega Millions are extremely slim.
- It is recommended to choose random numbers or Quick Picks to increase chances of winning.
- Playing less popular lotteries can increase the odds of winning, but the prizes are smaller.
LIVE: Worshippers take part in evening Taraweeh prayers in Al-Aqsa Mosque compound
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Amazon fined $7.8 mln by Polish consumer watchdog: Amazon has been fined 31 million zlotys ($7.8 million) in Poland for misleading customers about product ...
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Quick Glance: Amazon Faces Heavy Fine in Poland and Scrutiny Over Delivery Practices
- Poland's consumer watchdog, UOKiK, imposed a $7.8 million (31 million zlotys) fine on Amazon for allegedly misleading customers about product availability and delivery dates.
- Since September 2021, Amazon's sales practices have been under scrutiny following complaints from shoppers. The authority found potential deception in sales contract conclusions and the use of deceptive design elements to create a false sense of urgency.
- It was highlighted that Amazon failed to provide clear information about the rules of its delivery service before orders, despite guaranteeing delivery.
- Amazon intends to appeal the fine, emphasizing its dedication to customer satisfaction and collaboration with authorities.
Gazans reportedly drown after rush for aid drop in sea: Video obtained by Reuters shows people rushing towards the aid drop as it landed in the sea.
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Scientists can't fully explain record global temperatures: Blistering global temperatures have one NASA scientist warning: "We could be in uncharted territory ...
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Boeing Is Preparing for the Starliner's First Crewed Spaceflight: Perhaps the $116 billion aerospace giant is hoping this will fix its botched reputation.
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How to make your own eclipse viewer for the April 8 solar eclipse: A handful of household items is all you need to make your own pinhole eclipse viewer: tape ...
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'Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show' Review: A Bold Sequel to 'Rothaniel': The HBO series "Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show" follows the comedian as he ...
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Best monitor arms 2024: The ultimate in flexibility: A monitor arm is one of those quality-of-life upgrades—the added flexibility for adjusting your ...
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It's Dead, Jim: NASA's Lunar Lander Fails to Wake Back Up: Intuitive Machines had hoped its Odysseus lunar lander would reactivate after its batteries had a ...
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Deep Sky review: A brilliant IMAX space movie that could unite humanity: NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope photos take on new meaning in a giant documentary ...
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Unfinished 3D-printed home to resume construction in North Houston: Although construction paused for several months, the first multi-story 3D printed home in the ...
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People are only just working out what B&M stands for and it's mind-boggling: B&M is a much loved store across the whole country, with its discounted prices and ...
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NASA James Webb Space Telescope is on the Hunt for Forming Planets to Capture in Full-Detailed Glory
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My radical plan for The Garrick Club: Like so many of its venerable members, I’ve applied to bring huge change from within
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NASA sees “insane progress” in cancer research in space: Washington - As if Joe Biden had suspected it when, as US Vice President, he called his cancer ...
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Telescope shares clear image of Sagittarius A* black hole in Milky Way Galaxy: Astronomers capture first visual of supermassive black hole in polarized light ...
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Why scientists are making space data into sounds: Images from telescopes like the James Webb Space Telescope have expanded the way we see space ...
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‘Amazing’: What a total solar eclipse looks like from outer space, NASA astronaut says
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NASA astronauts will try to grow plants on the moon: Among three experiments heading to the moon as part of the crewed Artemis III mission will be a plant-growth ...
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When is the next lunar eclipse? How to the upcoming full and partial eclipses in Arizona
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NASA Rockets Set to Probe the Moon's Shadow During Upcoming Eclipse: All three sounding rockets will release soda-bottle-sized instruments to measure the ways in ...
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NASA Unveils First Astronaut Moon Kit Since Apollo: The space agency revealed a trio of scientific instruments for its Artemis 3 mission, the focus being plants ...
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NASA gives IXPE observatory the Ctrl-Alt-Del treatment to make it talk sense: Hardware misbehaving in orbit? Time for a reset on the avionics
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Satellite data shows how drought changes wildfire recovery in the West: A new study using NASA satellite data reveals how drought affects the recovery of western ...
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Also visible from Franconia: NASA expects star explosion: NASA predicts a rare astronomical phenomenon that could soon become visible in the night sky ...
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NASA Picture of the Day Finds Itself in Deep Cosmic Dream with the Coma Cluster of Galaxies
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Norwich offender Steven Robbens jailed again after siege: Steven Robbens, who has 19 aliases and 237 previous offences, threatened police during two-hour ...
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NASA Captures the Star Dunes in Morocco, Calculates Ages for the First Time: For the first time in scientific history, researchers have managed to determine the ...
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Key to Healing in Space?: NASA Sees “Insane Progress” in Cancer Research in Space
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How to safely watch April’s total solar eclipse, in person or online: Next month will see a rare and exciting astronomical event: a total solar eclipse that will ...
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NASA aircraft in Taiwan again to conduct air quality research - Focus Taiwan: Taipei, March 27 (CNA) NASA deployed two research aircraft to Taiwan on Wednesday ...
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Senegal election result: Bassirou Diomaye Faye to become Africa's youngest president
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NASA’s snake robot is designed to search out life in the icy oceans of a Saturn moon
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Trump Justice official Clark faces ethics hearing over 2020 election role: Jeffrey Clark, a senior official in former U.S. President Donald Trump's ...
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Starliner’s first commander: Don’t expect perfection on crew test flight: Dave Calhoun, who has led Boeing since 2020, will step down as CEO at the end of the ...
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Quick Glance: Implications of Boeing CEO's Resignation on Aircraft Manufacturer
- Dave Calhoun, the CEO of Boeing, is set to resign by the end of the year, with additional top executives leaving the company amidst safety concerns tarnishing its reputation following an incident involving an Alaska Airlines 737 Max in January.
- It is emphasized that most Boeing aircraft remain safe, but only time will reveal whether the restructuring in the corporate leadership leads to tangible positive changes.
- Implementing a cultural shift in a vast company like Boeing can prove to be a complex task, particularly for the incoming CEO tasked with rebuilding the company's image.
- Despite thorough investigations and changes at the helm of Boeing, it is crucial to highlight that the company's airplanes are safe and continue to be maintained by dedicated professionals to ensure safety in the aviation industry.
Podcast: UN Gaza ceasefire, ISIS-K threat and Boeing’s boss: The US and Israel are on a collision course after a US abstention allowed the passage of a UN Gaza ...
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Daily Telescope: A protostar with a stunning protoplanetary disc: Dust and stars, stars and dust.
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Edmonton doctor working with NASA to study cancer samples in space | Globalnews.ca
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Quick Glance: British Royal Family Left with Only 9 Working Members
- Kate Middleton and King Charles have announced cancer treatments and temporarily stepped back from royal duties.
- The royal family now consists mainly of older members who are taking on responsibilities.
- Prince William is supporting his wife and taking on duties while King Charles and others are absent.
- The royal family is in a vulnerable position, relying on few working members who are mostly in their 70s and 80s.
Ecuador's youngest mayor Brigitte García shot dead: Brigitte García, 27, is the latest politician to be killed amid ongoing gang violence.
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I Applied to Be a NASA Astronaut. You Can Too: NASA is opening up the books to recruit what could be one of its most diverse classes ever.
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In Christine Blasey Ford’s memoir, the making of a witness: “I am terrified,” Christine Blasey Ford told a television audience of 20 million Americans when she ...
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UN chief calls for slavery reparations to overcome 'generations of discrimination'
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Two guilty of murdering footballer Cody Fisher in Crane nightclub stabbing: The 23-year-old was murdered on the dance floor in front of thousands of people on ...
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Pompeii building site reveals ancient Roman construction methods: Archaeologists in Pompeii have unearthed an ancient building site that sheds light on ...
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Quick Glance: Pompeii excavation uncovers ancient Roman construction techniques
- Archaeologists uncovered an ancient construction site in Pompeii, providing insights into Roman building techniques.
- Roman builders used unique methods for making cement and concrete.
- The use of concrete facilitated the rapid construction of iconic structures like the Colosseum.
- The excavations also revealed tools and storage jars utilized in construction projects.
US Moon lander ‘permanently’ asleep after historic landing: Company | kuwaittimes
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LIVE: India celebrates the festival of Holi: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Quick Glance: India Celebrates Hindu Holi Festival with Colorful Traditions
- Millions of Indians celebrated the Hindu Holi festival by smearing colored powder, exchanging traditional foods, and drinks.
- The festival marks the beginning of spring and celebrates the divine love between Krishna and Radha.
- Traditions like consuming Bhang, a cannabis-infused drink, and lighting large fires are part of the festivities.
- Various Holi traditions in India, such as the 'Lathmar Holi' in northern towns, showcase the diversity of celebrations.
Sir Russell takes a rough ride on an ocean of obstacles: Opinion: The SailGP boss is dogged by extremes and red tape but overlooks how caring for dolphins aligns ...
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‘Nobody can hold a candle to it’: David Attenborough backs BBC’s nature shows: Presenter, whose series Mammals airs on Sunday, says broadcaster has changed ...
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James-Webb Confirms Expansion Rate: “Exciting Possibility We Have Misunderstood the Universe”
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Lights on Acropolis switch off for Earth Hour in Athens: The ancient Parthenon temple atop the Acropolis hill before and after the lights were switched off for ...
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Nova explosion: Bright eruption could be visible in the sky: According to Nasa, a celestial spectacle could take place in the coming months: a certain star ...
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Can dimension-shifting Constellation nail a solid season ending?: Our "Constellation" sci-fi series TV review shows you should never ...
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Scientists Can Detect Life on Frozen Moons With Just a Single Grain of Ice: If there are biosignatures to be found on Enceladus or Europa, a tiny ice sample will ...
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Kate and William need time and space to heal, says former royal spokesman: The Royal Family will get back to normal after "this sticky patch" ...
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On eclipse day, hundreds of students will send up balloons for science: The NASA-backed Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project puts students in charge of a bold ...
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Solar eclipse promises to be best yet for scientific experiments: April’s total solar eclipse could be a scientific bonanza, thanks to new spacecraft and ...
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Bears take a ride on swan pedalo at Woburn Safari Park: Water lot of fun for these black bears as heavy rain creates a "mini lake" in their enclosure.
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Jasmin Paris first woman to complete gruelling Barkley Marathons race: Jasmin Paris from Midlothian made history by finishing the gruelling 100-mile Barkley ...
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Quick Glance: Jasmin Paris Wins Barkley Marathon
- Jasmin Paris became the first woman to complete the extreme Barkley Marathons, which requires runners to navigate 100 miles of rugged terrain in Tennessee in under 60 hours.
- Paris finished the race with one minute and 39 seconds to spare, making her one of only 20 people to complete the Barkley since it was extended to 100 miles in 1989.
- The final minutes of the race were intense, and Paris collapsed exhausted in front of a yellow gate marking the start and finish of the event.
- With cuts and scratches on her legs, Paris reached the race's end, giving it her all to get there before collapsing in exhaustion.
NASA shares plans for April's total solar eclipse: The space agency will brief the public about how it is preparing for the event as at least 15 states prepare ...
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NASA is struggling to compete with Bezos, Musk and their 6-figure salaries for starting aerospace engineers at Blue Origin and SpaceX
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Charon, Pluto’s planetary bestie goes viral as NASA shares stunning snapshot : Mysteries abound and wonders never cease in the vast expanse of space ...
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"Odie asleep forever": US lunar lander "Ulysses" has gone silent: "Ulysses" managed the first commercial moon landing, but it tipped over on the surface of the ...
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NASA’s shoebox-sized ‘BurstCube’ satellite set to study short gamma-ray bursts : NASA’s compact satellite BurstCube has embarked on its journey to the ...
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Moscow attack: Day of mourning after 133 killed at Crocus City Hall concert: Flags are flying at half mast after at least 133 people were killed at a packed ...
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Michael Feinstein doesn't hide his Jewish pride - feature: To some audience members, Michael Feinstein's Jewish pride was startling ...
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🔊 Ten years ago Republican candidates were typically Russia hawks and proponents of free trade. Not anymore. Our politics and data team analyzed polling to ...
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NASA: 'Once-in-a-lifetime' cosmic explosion set to light up night sky: Those hoping to see the nova display should look for the constellation Corona Borealis ...
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Nova explosion: Bright eruption could be visible in the sky: According to Nasa, a celestial spectacle could take place in the coming months: a certain star ...
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Bright stellar eruption can be seen from Earth: According to NASA, a rare celestial spectacle could occur in the coming months: a so-called nova explosion is set ...
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Lifted off on the second attempt: Soyuz rocket successfully launched to the ISS: On Thursday, the Russian space agency had to abort the planned launch of the ...
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NASA: Unique cosmic explosion lights up September sky: A rare cosmic explosion visible to the naked eye will occur in September, according to NASA.
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