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Wolf-Rayet 104's Orbit Tilt Reduces Gamma-Ray Burst Threat, Study Finds
New research using Keck Observatory’s instruments confirms that the orbit of Wolf-Rayet 104 is tilted 30-40 degrees away from Earth, lowering concerns about a possible gamma-ray burst. Previously, it was believed that the system’s alignment could pose a risk. However, spectroscopy data now challenges these assumptions, raising new questions abo...
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Webb Telescope Tracks Formation and Expansion of Carbon-Rich Dust Shells in Star System
As per the latest report by NASA, the system consists of two stars in an elongated orbit. When these stars come closest, their stellar winds collide, compressing material and forming carbon-rich dust. As reported in an official press release by NASA, Emma Lieb, a doctoral student at the University of Denver and the study's lead author, noted that t...
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NASA’s InSight Mars Lander Captured with Dust Layers by Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter
NASA’s retired InSight Mars lander has been spotted by the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) in a recent image taken on October 23, 2024. The image, captured using the HiRISE camera, shows dust accumulation on InSight’s solar panels, now matching the reddish-brown Martian surface. This observation provides insights into wind patterns and dust m...
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Relief From Heatwave Soon, Cloudy Skies, Rain Forecast For Delhi
Over the next six days, the weather office has predicted thunderstorms and dust storms over the city along with rain and strong winds till June 4.
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Tin Roof Flies Off Seven-Story Mumbai Building Amid Heavy Rain, Winds
The tin roof of a building in Mumbai's Kanjur Marg suburb was blown off and fell down the seven-floor structure Monday evening, as the city was buffeted by a dust storm, strong winds, and the first rainfall of the season.
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In Pics: Mumbai Sky Turns Murky After Massive Dust Storm, Rainfall
Mumbai was hit by a massive dust storm and rainfall today as the city witnessed season's forst rain. The sky of Mumbai turned murky after the dusty winds and dark clouds took over the city.
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Watch: Skies Over Greece Turn "Apocalyptic" Orange From Sahara Dust Storm
Strong winds carrying dust from the Sahara Desert turned the sky apocalyptic "orange" over Athens and other Greek cities on Tuesday.
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Will Ban Construction Work In Areas With Severe Air Quality For 5 Days In Row: Delhi Environment Minister
Delhi's Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced a construction ban in areas with an AQI above 400 for five consecutive days due to worsening air quality.
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"Never Seen...": Australia Star Shocked As Storm Sees Hoarding Fall, Fans Run For Cover In Lucknow. Video
Cricket World Cup: After rain stopped play for a bit, there was a dust storm and heavy winds led to several iron angles with branding material from the roof falling on people sitting at the lower levels
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How Dust From Thar Desert Significantly Impacts Glaciers In Tibet
Glaciers on the Tibetan Plateau are greatly affected by dust from the Thar Desert in India due to the influence of terrain and westerly winds, according to a study.
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Watch: Strong Winds And Sand Storm Sweeps Across Egypt's Cairo
One person died and five others were injured on Thursday when a billboard collapsed as a result of the sandstorm sweeping through Cairo.
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Heavy Rain, Dust Storm And Strong Winds In Delhi, No Heat Wave Till Tuesday
Rain along with strong winds and dust storms hit parts of Delhi on Thursday, days after the weather office declared a heat wave in the capital.
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Air Pollution: PM10 Levels Off The Charts As Winds Raising Dust Sweep Delhi
The PM10 pollution in Delhi soared to hazardous levels on Tuesday as strong winds swept the city, raising dust and leaving a thick blanket of haze over it.
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Delhi Covered In Blanket Of Dust Due To Winds, Light Rain Forecast Later
Strong winds swept across Delhi on Tuesday morning, raising dust and affecting air quality as well as reducing visibility to 1,000 metres, the India Meteorological Department said.
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Beijing Hit By Massive Sandstorm, Air Quality Turns Severe
In parts of China's north and northwest, high winds and dust turned the sky a lurid tangerine, appearing to cut visibility to less than a few hundred metres in some places.
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Wolf-Rayet 104's Orbit Tilt Reduces Gamma-Ray Burst Threat, Study Finds
New research using Keck Observatory’s instruments confirms that the orbit of Wolf-Rayet 104 is tilted 30-40 degrees away from Earth, lowering concerns about a possible gamma-ray burst. Previously, it was believed that the system’s alignment could pose a risk. However, spectroscopy data now challenges these assumptions, raising new questions abo...
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Webb Telescope Tracks Formation and Expansion of Carbon-Rich Dust Shells in Star System
As per the latest report by NASA, the system consists of two stars in an elongated orbit. When these stars come closest, their stellar winds collide, compressing material and forming carbon-rich dust. As reported in an official press release by NASA, Emma Lieb, a doctoral student at the University of Denver and the study's lead author, noted that t...
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NASA’s InSight Mars Lander Captured with Dust Layers by Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter
NASA’s retired InSight Mars lander has been spotted by the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) in a recent image taken on October 23, 2024. The image, captured using the HiRISE camera, shows dust accumulation on InSight’s solar panels, now matching the reddish-brown Martian surface. This observation provides insights into wind patterns and dust m...
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Relief From Heatwave Soon, Cloudy Skies, Rain Forecast For Delhi
Over the next six days, the weather office has predicted thunderstorms and dust storms over the city along with rain and strong winds till June 4.
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Tin Roof Flies Off Seven-Story Mumbai Building Amid Heavy Rain, Winds
The tin roof of a building in Mumbai's Kanjur Marg suburb was blown off and fell down the seven-floor structure Monday evening, as the city was buffeted by a dust storm, strong winds, and the first rainfall of the season.
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In Pics: Mumbai Sky Turns Murky After Massive Dust Storm, Rainfall
Mumbai was hit by a massive dust storm and rainfall today as the city witnessed season's forst rain. The sky of Mumbai turned murky after the dusty winds and dark clouds took over the city.
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Watch: Skies Over Greece Turn "Apocalyptic" Orange From Sahara Dust Storm
Strong winds carrying dust from the Sahara Desert turned the sky apocalyptic "orange" over Athens and other Greek cities on Tuesday.
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Will Ban Construction Work In Areas With Severe Air Quality For 5 Days In Row: Delhi Environment Minister
Delhi's Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced a construction ban in areas with an AQI above 400 for five consecutive days due to worsening air quality.
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"Never Seen...": Australia Star Shocked As Storm Sees Hoarding Fall, Fans Run For Cover In Lucknow. Video
Cricket World Cup: After rain stopped play for a bit, there was a dust storm and heavy winds led to several iron angles with branding material from the roof falling on people sitting at the lower levels
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How Dust From Thar Desert Significantly Impacts Glaciers In Tibet
Glaciers on the Tibetan Plateau are greatly affected by dust from the Thar Desert in India due to the influence of terrain and westerly winds, according to a study.
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Watch: Strong Winds And Sand Storm Sweeps Across Egypt's Cairo
One person died and five others were injured on Thursday when a billboard collapsed as a result of the sandstorm sweeping through Cairo.
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Heavy Rain, Dust Storm And Strong Winds In Delhi, No Heat Wave Till Tuesday
Rain along with strong winds and dust storms hit parts of Delhi on Thursday, days after the weather office declared a heat wave in the capital.
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Air Pollution: PM10 Levels Off The Charts As Winds Raising Dust Sweep Delhi
The PM10 pollution in Delhi soared to hazardous levels on Tuesday as strong winds swept the city, raising dust and leaving a thick blanket of haze over it.
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Delhi Covered In Blanket Of Dust Due To Winds, Light Rain Forecast Later
Strong winds swept across Delhi on Tuesday morning, raising dust and affecting air quality as well as reducing visibility to 1,000 metres, the India Meteorological Department said.
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Beijing Hit By Massive Sandstorm, Air Quality Turns Severe
In parts of China's north and northwest, high winds and dust turned the sky a lurid tangerine, appearing to cut visibility to less than a few hundred metres in some places.
