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Seismic Data from NASA’s InSight Might Solve the Mystery of Mars’ Dichotomy
NASA’s InSight mission has provided seismic data shedding light on the Martian dichotomy, the split between Mars’ northern lowlands and southern highlands. Findings from the mantle’s seismic wave analysis suggest the split stems from ancient tectonic activity and magma dynamics, rather than asteroid impacts. Variations in crust thickness and ...
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Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G Review: Style and Substance
The Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G has a premium design and a sleek profile. The handset packs a vivid 6.83-inch 1.5K curved AMOLED display with good viewing angles. The handset also comes loaded with a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 processor capable of delivering good performance. The phone also packs a triple-camera setup that offers good results in different lig...
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Astronomers Seek Binary Supermassive Black Holes in Galactic Centers
Astronomers have detected possible binary black holes at the centres of galaxies, using light patterns from active galactic nuclei as key indicators. The study of PG 1553+153, in particular, shows evidence of a 20-year variation, pointing to a system of two supermassive black holes. If confirmed, this could provide new insights into galaxy formatio...
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12,000-Year-Old Wolf Remains in Alaska Show Early Signs of Human Interaction
A 12,000-year-old wolf leg bone discovered at the Swan Point archaeological site in Alaska has provided new insights into early human-wolf interactions. DNA analysis confirmed the animal was related to wolves, while chemical isotope testing showed it had a diet rich in salmon, suggesting possible human involvement. Researchers debate whether this a...
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Ursid Meteor Shower 2024: Dates, Viewing Tips, and Best Times
The Ursid Meteor Shower of 2024 will peak overnight from December 21 to 22, offering one last chance to catch a meteor display this year. The event, active from December 17 to 26, is expected to produce around 10 meteors per hour, with the best viewing conditions occurring before dawn on December 22. The shower's radiant point lies in the Ursa Mino...
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Advanced 3D Fossil Scans Provide Clues to the Origins of Bipedalism in Human Evolution
A new study published in the American Journal of Primatology uses advanced 3D scanning technology to examine fossilized bones and muscle insertion points, shedding light on the evolution of bipedalism in human ancestors. Led by Professor Josep M. Potau from the University of Barcelona, the research suggests that early hominins, like Australopithecu...
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Vivo T3 Ultra Review: A Performance-Centric Mid-Ranger
The Vivo T3 Ultra comes with a premium design and offers a sleek profile. The handset packs a vivid 6.78-inch AMOLED curved display with good viewing angles. The handset also comes loaded with a MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ processor that is capable of delivering good performance. The phone also packs a dual-camera setup that offers good results in dif...
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iQOO Z9s Pro Review: Pro-grade Performance at Affordable Price
The iQOO Z9s Pro comes loaded with a premium design and offers a sleek profile. The handset packs a vivid 6.77-inch AMOLED curved display with good viewing angles. The handset also comes loaded with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor that is capable of delivering good performance. The phone also packs a dual-camera setup that offers good results in dif...
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Siddaramaiah's Swipe At Governor Amid Calls For Resignation: 10 Points
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah today launched a fresh attack on Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, calling him "a puppet" of the central government, after the Governor gave the green light to act against Siddaramaiah in a land allotment "scam".
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James Webb Telescope Captures First Image of Aligned Protostellar Outflows
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has made a significant discovery with its latest image of the Serpens Nebula, taken on June 20, 2024. This image showcases aligned protostellar outflows—jets of gas expelled by newborn stars—all pointing in the same direction. Serpens Nebula, a reflection nebula, reflects light from nearby stars rather than e...
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Bureaucrat Sheds Light On "Real Situation" Of Placements In IITs. See Post
Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer Gaurav Garg recently took to X (formerly Twitter) to share four significant points about placements in IITs.
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Origins of Life Explored: Study Points To Ancient Hot Springs As Potential Source
This research not only sheds light on Earth's early life, but also raises the tantalizing possibility that similar processes could be occurring in the frozen seas of distant moons.
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'Danke Franz': Germany Lights a Candle For Football Icon Beckenbauer
The headquarters of Bayern Munich on Saebener Strasse were a point of pilgrimage for fans of Beckenbauer, who spent most of his playing career at the club, winning four of his five Bundesliga titles and three European Cups in 1974, 1975 and 1976.
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Kamal Nath-Digvijaya Singh's Banter Video Viral, BJP Claims Infighting
The video of an on-stage banter between Congress leaders Kamal Nath and Digvijaya Singh has emerged as a big talking point in Madhya Pradesh, with the BJP calling it a sign of infighting and Congress leaders saying the video captures a light moment
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Israel Strikes Kill Top Hamas Commander As Netanyahu Issues Fresh Warning
After Israel warned them to evacuate in light of a planned ground offensive against Hamas, thousands of Palestinians fled to southern Gaza to seek refuge.
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Seismic Data from NASA’s InSight Might Solve the Mystery of Mars’ Dichotomy
NASA’s InSight mission has provided seismic data shedding light on the Martian dichotomy, the split between Mars’ northern lowlands and southern highlands. Findings from the mantle’s seismic wave analysis suggest the split stems from ancient tectonic activity and magma dynamics, rather than asteroid impacts. Variations in crust thickness and ...
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Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G Review: Style and Substance
The Oppo Reno 13 Pro 5G has a premium design and a sleek profile. The handset packs a vivid 6.83-inch 1.5K curved AMOLED display with good viewing angles. The handset also comes loaded with a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 processor capable of delivering good performance. The phone also packs a triple-camera setup that offers good results in different lig...
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Astronomers Seek Binary Supermassive Black Holes in Galactic Centers
Astronomers have detected possible binary black holes at the centres of galaxies, using light patterns from active galactic nuclei as key indicators. The study of PG 1553+153, in particular, shows evidence of a 20-year variation, pointing to a system of two supermassive black holes. If confirmed, this could provide new insights into galaxy formatio...
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12,000-Year-Old Wolf Remains in Alaska Show Early Signs of Human Interaction
A 12,000-year-old wolf leg bone discovered at the Swan Point archaeological site in Alaska has provided new insights into early human-wolf interactions. DNA analysis confirmed the animal was related to wolves, while chemical isotope testing showed it had a diet rich in salmon, suggesting possible human involvement. Researchers debate whether this a...
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Ursid Meteor Shower 2024: Dates, Viewing Tips, and Best Times
The Ursid Meteor Shower of 2024 will peak overnight from December 21 to 22, offering one last chance to catch a meteor display this year. The event, active from December 17 to 26, is expected to produce around 10 meteors per hour, with the best viewing conditions occurring before dawn on December 22. The shower's radiant point lies in the Ursa Mino...
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Advanced 3D Fossil Scans Provide Clues to the Origins of Bipedalism in Human Evolution
A new study published in the American Journal of Primatology uses advanced 3D scanning technology to examine fossilized bones and muscle insertion points, shedding light on the evolution of bipedalism in human ancestors. Led by Professor Josep M. Potau from the University of Barcelona, the research suggests that early hominins, like Australopithecu...
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Vivo T3 Ultra Review: A Performance-Centric Mid-Ranger
The Vivo T3 Ultra comes with a premium design and offers a sleek profile. The handset packs a vivid 6.78-inch AMOLED curved display with good viewing angles. The handset also comes loaded with a MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ processor that is capable of delivering good performance. The phone also packs a dual-camera setup that offers good results in dif...
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iQOO Z9s Pro Review: Pro-grade Performance at Affordable Price
The iQOO Z9s Pro comes loaded with a premium design and offers a sleek profile. The handset packs a vivid 6.77-inch AMOLED curved display with good viewing angles. The handset also comes loaded with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor that is capable of delivering good performance. The phone also packs a dual-camera setup that offers good results in dif...
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Siddaramaiah's Swipe At Governor Amid Calls For Resignation: 10 Points
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah today launched a fresh attack on Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, calling him "a puppet" of the central government, after the Governor gave the green light to act against Siddaramaiah in a land allotment "scam".
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James Webb Telescope Captures First Image of Aligned Protostellar Outflows
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has made a significant discovery with its latest image of the Serpens Nebula, taken on June 20, 2024. This image showcases aligned protostellar outflows—jets of gas expelled by newborn stars—all pointing in the same direction. Serpens Nebula, a reflection nebula, reflects light from nearby stars rather than e...
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Bureaucrat Sheds Light On "Real Situation" Of Placements In IITs. See Post
Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer Gaurav Garg recently took to X (formerly Twitter) to share four significant points about placements in IITs.
-
Origins of Life Explored: Study Points To Ancient Hot Springs As Potential Source
This research not only sheds light on Earth's early life, but also raises the tantalizing possibility that similar processes could be occurring in the frozen seas of distant moons.
-
'Danke Franz': Germany Lights a Candle For Football Icon Beckenbauer
The headquarters of Bayern Munich on Saebener Strasse were a point of pilgrimage for fans of Beckenbauer, who spent most of his playing career at the club, winning four of his five Bundesliga titles and three European Cups in 1974, 1975 and 1976.
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Kamal Nath-Digvijaya Singh's Banter Video Viral, BJP Claims Infighting
The video of an on-stage banter between Congress leaders Kamal Nath and Digvijaya Singh has emerged as a big talking point in Madhya Pradesh, with the BJP calling it a sign of infighting and Congress leaders saying the video captures a light moment
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Israel Strikes Kill Top Hamas Commander As Netanyahu Issues Fresh Warning
After Israel warned them to evacuate in light of a planned ground offensive against Hamas, thousands of Palestinians fled to southern Gaza to seek refuge.
