People have taken to social media to decry the current circumstances, but the world really is on fire. The weather is really hot, in case you hadn't noticed. In addition to being extremely hot, the current heatwave sweeping over Europe is shattering past records and replicating forecasts of the disastrous repercussions of climate change, except that it is occurring 30 years … [Read more...] about Was 1976 Really That Much Hotter Than 2022, or Is That Just Climate Denialism?
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Just as a Meteor Crashes Into Her Bed, The Dog Awakens The Owner
"He barked twice, as if to say, 'Get up!'" Toby is a kind and obedient rescue dog named Ruth Hamilton who resides in Canada with him. The pup has been her constant companion ever since she adopted him. Toby, though, has recently shown that he is also her hero. Hamilton was deep sleeping the previous night in her bed when, at about 11:30, she was startled up by an … [Read more...] about Just as a Meteor Crashes Into Her Bed, The Dog Awakens The Owner
When The Light is Just Right, This Fountain in Italy Appears to Be Spewing Lava
The lovely city of L'Aquila, which lies in central Italy, came to the attention of the world in 2009 when a massive earthquake severely devastated most of the community. But thankfully, a picture uploaded by Reddit user daenel is bringing L'Aquila some new exposure for a far more good purpose. Thousands of people have shared this local's snapshot of an optical illusion turning … [Read more...] about When The Light is Just Right, This Fountain in Italy Appears to Be Spewing Lava
Finally, JWST’s First Full Color Image Is Here—But This Is Just The Start
Well, this just shows that Hubble’s successor is going to more than fulfill its potential. The first full-color scientific image from the JWST, the largest and most potent observatory ever launched into space, was unveiled today by President Joe Biden. The first image of the galaxy cluster SMACS 0723 has been released, and we are in awe. Last week NASA teased the five … [Read more...] about Finally, JWST’s First Full Color Image Is Here—But This Is Just The Start
One of The World’s Oldest Snow Monitors Has Just Set a Terrible Record
Even while snowpacks are often melting sooner across the world, the recent record established at Mount Sonnblick is startling. The Austrian Alps are home to the 3,106-meter-tall (10,190-foot) Mount Sonnblick. Over 20 meters (66 feet) of snow fall on average each year. It takes the majority of the summer for it to melt close to the top. A record unlike any other is being … [Read more...] about One of The World’s Oldest Snow Monitors Has Just Set a Terrible Record